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MX51 XHR

2001 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

87,246 mi
Last recorded87,246 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 XHR
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 87,246 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 87,168 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 87,168 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 86,116 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 83,709 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 83,459 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 83,351 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 74,418 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 71,999 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 71,999 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 64,771 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 56,303 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 49,034 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear discs corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2013 44,377 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 42,987 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

centre stop lamp two bulbs are not working

drivers door check strap is noisy

offside and nearside rear shockabsobers dust covers are insecure

offside wiper blade rubber is slightly split

Pass 15 Feb 2012 41,537 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

condensation in offside headlamp

offside and nearside front driveshafts are corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2011 39,458 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

centre brake light 2 bulbs not working

drivers door check strap is faulty

Pass 13 Feb 2010 37,502 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

centre brake light two bulbs are not working

drivers door check strap is stiff

offside and nearside front driveshafts are corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2009 35,101 miles

condensation in offside and naerside headlamps

Pass 16 Feb 2008 32,775 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 32,775 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 29,299 miles

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

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

slight condensation in nearside headlamp

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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MX51 XHR is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MX51 XHR, 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 MX51 XHR registered?

MX51 XHR is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is MX51 XHR safe to buy?

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