CarVerify

Free Car Check

NK51 ALO

2001 Seat Arosa

Bronze Diesel 1422cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,278 mi
Last recorded99,278 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Seat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 ALO
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 99,278 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

various brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 14 Jul 2015 96,002 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 96,002 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 92,026 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 82,985 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 82,985 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 77,434 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 72,876 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 72,875 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 65,913 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 65,913 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 60,900 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 60,900 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 58,272 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 52,556 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 44,329 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 34,983 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 34,983 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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
Full Seat Arosa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NK51 ALO is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Bronze with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NK51 ALO, 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 NK51 ALO?

You can check the full history of NK51 ALO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NK51 ALO registered?

NK51 ALO is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is NK51 ALO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 ALO shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NK51 ALO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NK51 ALO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.