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Y749 JTM

2001 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,504 mi
Last recorded116,504 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY749 JTM
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 116,504 miles

EML on

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 104,124 miles

Exhaust rear box corroded

Lower arm rear bushes starting to perish

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

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 95,668 miles

Exhaust down pipe flexy slight blowing

Offside nearside front tyre treads worn inner edges

Offside rear seat belt stalk casing damaged

Fail 14 Dec 2015 95,668 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)

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)

Exhaust down pipe flexy slight blowing

Offside nearside front tyre treads worn inner edges

Offside rear seat belt stalk casing damaged

Pass 2 Dec 2014 85,002 miles

advise offside rear seat belt stalk casing missing

advise offside rear tyre tread distorted

exhaust down pipe flexy corroded and slight blowing

Fail 2 Dec 2014 85,002 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

advise offside rear seat belt stalk casing missing

advise offside rear tyre tread distorted

exhaust down pipe flexy corroded and slight blowing

Pass 18 Dec 2013 76,316 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Rewar wash/wipe not working

Uneven treadwear on offside rear tyre on inside edge

Pass 6 Oct 2012 63,522 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Drivers door handle sticking but still opens

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

Offside rear seat belt fastener cover missing but not affecting operation of seatbelt.

Slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2011 55,932 miles

advise tracking

front anti roll bar link bushes perishing

n/s/f tyre getting low

o/s/f tyre getting low and wearing smooth inner edge

o/side washer jet blocked

one of bulbs in brake light strip not working

rear selt belt buckle casing broke but buckle still works ok

small crack on n/s/r light lens

Pass 20 Oct 2010 44,674 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r tyre perrished.

Pass 21 Aug 2009 38,698 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 38,698 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 36,893 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 36,893 miles

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 34,078 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 26,515 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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Y749 JTM is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y749 JTM, 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 Y749 JTM registered?

Y749 JTM is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 5 July 2001.

Is Y749 JTM safe to buy?

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