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X243 BVV

2001 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,020 mi
Last recorded56,020 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX243 BVV
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2013 56,020 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

exhaust clamps deteriorating (secure and no leaks)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 56,020 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

exhaust clamps deteriorating (secure and no leaks)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 54,853 miles

Aftermarket pedals fitted

Alternator belt badly worn

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

Fail 27 Nov 2012 54,853 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Aftermarket pedals fitted

Alternator belt badly worn

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

Pass 27 May 2011 51,035 miles

1.o/s front tyre worn low

Fail 27 May 2011 51,035 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

1.o/s front tyre worn low

Pass 23 Nov 2009 46,459 miles

1.rear brake discs poor and corroded on edges 2.slight blow on rear exhaust near limit

Pass 8 Feb 2008 39,501 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 35,426 miles

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

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

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

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

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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X243 BVV is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 X243 BVV, 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 X243 BVV registered?

X243 BVV is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 27 February 2001.

Is X243 BVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X243 BVV shows 9 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.

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