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Y963 VHR

2001 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

33,014 mi
Last recorded33,014 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY963 VHR
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 33,014 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2025 32,070 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 30,850 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 29,935 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 28,942 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 28,942 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding both front brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 27,967 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides. (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Jul 2021 27,967 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides. (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 26,970 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 25,866 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 24,953 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 23,917 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 23,183 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 22,617 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 22,089 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 21,780 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 21,432 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 21,240 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 20,973 miles

front brake discs very rusty on inner face and brakes starting to bind on,wheels becoming tight to turn.

Pass 11 Jul 2009 20,657 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 20,393 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 19,033 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 14,707 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 10,293 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2005 10,291 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively 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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Y963 VHR is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 Y963 VHR, 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 Y963 VHR registered?

Y963 VHR is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is Y963 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y963 VHR shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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