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SF51 GZB

2001 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,414 mi
Last recorded33,414 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 GZB
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 May 2016 33,414 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 31,895 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 30,213 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 28,351 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 25,878 miles

slight cracking on outer sidewalls of rear tyres

Pass 5 May 2011 24,377 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 24,339 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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SF51 GZB is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SF51 GZB, 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 SF51 GZB?

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What year was SF51 GZB registered?

SF51 GZB is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SF51 GZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF51 GZB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF51 GZB have outstanding finance?

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