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Y173 GTT

2001 Seat Arosa

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,251 mi
Last recorded12,251 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY173 GTT
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2011 12,251 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 12,251 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 11,263 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 10,265 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 9,268 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 8,322 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 7,257 miles

o/s front to rear roof trim lifting.

slight damage at front numberplate.

Pass 2 Aug 2005 6,189 miles

drivers door check strap worn and noisey

rear wiper rubber split

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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Y173 GTT is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y173 GTT, 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 Y173 GTT?

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What year was Y173 GTT registered?

Y173 GTT is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 16 August 2001.

Is Y173 GTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y173 GTT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y173 GTT have outstanding finance?

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