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GN51 DTK

2001 Seat Arosa

Bronze Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

54,533 mi
Last recorded54,533 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 DTK
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 54,533 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 51,017 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 51,016 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 49,584 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 23 Sep 2020 46,793 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 45,150 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 42,171 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 42,063 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 42,036 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 36,085 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 35,985 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s sill damaged

Pass 17 Feb 2015 34,545 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 31,193 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 26,805 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 26,805 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 26,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

reverse light inoperative

Pass 26 Jan 2011 25,774 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 25,361 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 25,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 24,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 24,178 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 23,683 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 23,435 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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GN51 DTK is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Bronze with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GN51 DTK, 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 GN51 DTK?

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What year was GN51 DTK registered?

GN51 DTK is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GN51 DTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 DTK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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