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Y532 RDL

2001 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

64,002 mi
Last recorded64,002 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY532 RDL
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 64,002 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 59,203 miles

Front pads low

INSP light on

NSF damper slightly misted with oil

OSF tyre has cut to tread

Fail 20 Apr 2013

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

Front pads low

INSP light on

NSF damper slightly misted with oil

OSF tyre has cut to tread

OSR tyre feathered and 1.6mm in places 185/55 14

Pass 18 Apr 2012 52,184 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 52,184 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine management light on

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 42,893 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 42,893 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 37,899 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 37,899 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 32,713 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split

Pass 17 Apr 2008 26,401 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 22,935 miles

Slight corrosion on inside of both front brake discs

Pass 20 Apr 2006 18,972 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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Y532 RDL is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 Y532 RDL, 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 Y532 RDL registered?

Y532 RDL is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y532 RDL safe to buy?

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