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Y449 TKE

2001 Seat Arosa

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,286 mi
Last recorded103,286 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY449 TKE
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 103,286 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 95,781 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 83,197 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 71,775 miles

Front brake discs corroded, pads approx.50% worn.

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

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

Slight oil leak from front of engine area.

Pass 12 Feb 2013 65,554 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside front brake pads approximately 50% wear

Fail 12 Feb 2013 65,554 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside front brake pads approximately 50% wear

Pass 23 Feb 2012 60,328 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 55,205 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 55,205 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 49,108 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 42,388 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 34,595 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 29,407 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 24,074 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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Y449 TKE is a 2001 Seat Arosa in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 Y449 TKE, 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 Y449 TKE registered?

Y449 TKE is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 17 March 2001.

Is Y449 TKE safe to buy?

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