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Y68 OTU

2001 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

15,935 mi
Last recorded15,935 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY68 OTU
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 15,935 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 22 Aug 2017 15,927 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 15,126 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 15,125 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 14,362 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 25 Aug 2015 14,362 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 13,508 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 12,389 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 12,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 14 Aug 2012 11,225 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 11,225 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 10,195 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 8,613 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 7,365 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 6,986 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 5,708 miles

n/s/f tyre is cracked around tread area but not to cord

Pass 30 Apr 2007 5,187 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 4,789 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 8 May 2006 4,789 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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Y68 OTU is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 Y68 OTU, 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 Y68 OTU registered?

Y68 OTU is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y68 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y68 OTU shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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