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EX51 YLR

2001 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

54,067 mi
Last recorded54,067 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 YLR
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 54,067 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 52,258 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 45,800 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 32,539 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 31,016 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 30,519 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 29,938 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 25 Sep 2014 28,415 miles

Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 18 Sep 2013 26,612 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 26,612 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 24,953 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 23,673 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 21,813 miles

Front tyres waering low

Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,309 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 18,398 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 16,153 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 13,470 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 10,534 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Arosa?

Based on 269,006 MOT tests across 18,002 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
4,317
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,002
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,080
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,623
Stop lamp not working 4,843
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,712
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 4,672
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EX51 YLR is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 65,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Arosa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,080 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX51 YLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Arosa typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Seat Arosa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EX51 YLR?

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What year was EX51 YLR registered?

EX51 YLR is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is EX51 YLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 YLR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 YLR have outstanding finance?

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