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Y942 XEC

2001 Seat Arosa

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,837 mi
Last recorded81,837 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY942 XEC
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 81,837 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 81,837 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 May 2014 71,663 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2013 59,543 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 48,645 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 46,409 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 43,990 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 41,046 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 37,979 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 37,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 31,162 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 31,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 27,938 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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Y942 XEC is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y942 XEC, 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

How do I check the history of Y942 XEC?

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What year was Y942 XEC registered?

Y942 XEC is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 27 March 2001.

Is Y942 XEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y942 XEC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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