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Y949 NJN

2001 Seat Arosa

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,587 mi
Last recorded29,587 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY949 NJN
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 29,587 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 29,584 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 28,337 miles

Front Exhaust flexi joint deteriorating

Nearside Front Lower Suspension lower arm rear bush cracking/perishing

Offside Front Lower Suspension lower arm rear bush cracking/perishing

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 24,387 miles

Central Front Exhaust front flexi joint deteriorated

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracking/perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush cracking/perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 21,278 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 17,531 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 14,280 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 13,779 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 10,405 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 10,405 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 8,727 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 8,406 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 8,135 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 7,876 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 7,656 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 7,471 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 7,217 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 6,913 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 6,152 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 5,756 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 5,295 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 4,538 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 3,841 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 3,140 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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Y949 NJN is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y949 NJN, 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 Y949 NJN registered?

Y949 NJN is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 8 June 2001.

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