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RX51 VEL

2001 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

67,251 mi
Last recorded67,251 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 VEL
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 67,251 miles

exhaust system corroded/minor exhaust leak

front lower arms deteriorated

oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2016 65,388 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 65,388 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 65,341 miles

Offside rear tyre starting to crack.

Pass 2 Oct 2013 60,722 miles

Front disc's are worn and corroded slightly

Pass 14 Sep 2012 55,992 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 55,982 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

engine oil on min

Pass 8 Oct 2011 54,018 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 50,912 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 50,912 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2009 47,243 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 47,243 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 42,936 miles

FRONT DISCS LIPPED & CORRODED ON INNER EDGE

N/S/R TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 7 Sep 2007 37,103 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 30,616 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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RX51 VEL is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RX51 VEL, 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 RX51 VEL?

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What year was RX51 VEL registered?

RX51 VEL is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is RX51 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 VEL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX51 VEL have outstanding finance?

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