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Y966 NJN

2001 Seat Arosa

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,812 mi
Last recorded126,812 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY966 NJN
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 126,812 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

NSF and OSF headlamp lenses deteriorating.

NSF tyre tread low at inner shoulder.

NSR and OSR shock absorber bump stops/piston shrouds deteriorated.

Oil residue at gear box.

Rattle from Catalyst,internals loose.

Rear registration plate deteriorating.

Rear service brake efforts low.

rear exhaust silencer blowing slightly.

Fail 24 May 2013 126,810 miles

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

NSF and OSF headlamp lenses deteriorating.

NSF tyre tread low at inner shoulder.

NSR and OSR shock absorber bump stops/piston shrouds deteriorated.

Oil residue at gear box.

Rattle from Catalyst,internals loose.

Rear registration plate deteriorating.

Rear service brake efforts low.

rear exhaust silencer blowing slightly.

Pass 16 May 2012 123,251 miles

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front headlights faded/hazey

Pass 20 May 2011 119,401 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r light unit has condensation inside lamp

Pass 28 May 2010 116,679 miles

NSR and OSR shock absorber bump stops/piston shrouds deteriorated.

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

Rear registration plate deteriorating.

Rear service brake efforts low.

Fail 24 May 2010 116,643 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2009 111,261 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 May 2008 99,741 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 99,661 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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 May 2007 87,026 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2006 69,252 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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Y966 NJN is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y966 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 Y966 NJN registered?

Y966 NJN is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 8 June 2001.

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