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X201 GBB

2001 Seat Arosa

Purple Diesel 1716cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

141,019 mi
Last recorded141,019 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX201 GBB
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,716cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 141,019 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 141,017 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Stop light switch faulty.

Pass 18 Jul 2014 136,699 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 11 Jul 2014 136,699 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 5 Apr 2013 133,815 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 133,815 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 133,773 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 133,773 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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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X201 GBB is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Purple with a 1,716cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 X201 GBB, 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.

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What year was X201 GBB registered?

X201 GBB is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 19 January 2001.

Is X201 GBB safe to buy?

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