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GX51 VNV

2001 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,287 mi
Last recorded86,287 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 VNV
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 86,287 miles

Front Exhaust blow from flexy pipe

Front Exhaust mounting broken away from pipe

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe from compensator to offside rear hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe from offside rear hose to backplate slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear lower gearbox mounting damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 86,287 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Front Exhaust blow from flexy pipe

Front Exhaust mounting broken away from pipe

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe from compensator to offside rear hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe from offside rear hose to backplate slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear lower gearbox mounting damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 70,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracked around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracked around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 68,606 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 68,606 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2017 67,104 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 65,236 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 63,256 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 63,256 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 61,388 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 59,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 56,844 miles

Front brake discs corroded and worn

Nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Offside front tyre sidewall extensively damaged,but plys not exposed

Pass 9 Nov 2010 52,810 miles

Front brake discs worn

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall perished

Offside front tyre outer sidewall perished

Fail 9 Nov 2010 52,809 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Front brake discs worn

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall perished

Offside front tyre outer sidewall perished

Fail 22 Oct 2009 47,550 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 47,550 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Nov 2008 43,092 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 37,858 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 32,737 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 19 Oct 2006 32,737 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 28,001 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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GX51 VNV is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX51 VNV, 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

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What year was GX51 VNV registered?

GX51 VNV is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is GX51 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 VNV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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