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Y834 CGN

2001 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

124,557 mi
Last recorded124,557 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY834 CGN
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 124,557 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2019 124,555 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 116,999 miles

chip to windscreen

washer switch faulty

Pass 8 Jun 2017 103,748 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2017 103,705 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake application uneven slow (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 94,936 miles

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

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 2 Jun 2015 84,552 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 84,552 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 May 2014 74,888 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres perished

Fail 30 May 2014 74,888 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear tyres perished

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 68,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear tyres perished

Pass 31 May 2012 64,765 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 58,125 miles
Fail 31 May 2011

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Fail 27 May 2010 50,797 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2010 50,797 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 45,734 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 42,317 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 39,108 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 35,456 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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Y834 CGN is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y834 CGN, 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 Y834 CGN registered?

Y834 CGN is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 5 June 2001.

Is Y834 CGN safe to buy?

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