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YJ51 ZNG

2001 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,199 mi
Last recorded31,199 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2020
Typical for 2001 Seat Arosa65,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ51 ZNG
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2020 31,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 30 Mar 2020 31,199 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 26,863 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 23,184 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 19,226 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 18,984 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 18,503 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Oct 2014 18,503 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2013 18,011 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2012 17,346 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 16,497 miles

Slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 15 Oct 2010 15,653 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 14,687 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 13,723 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 12,427 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 11,486 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 11,486 miles

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 10,195 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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YJ51 ZNG is a 2001 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YJ51 ZNG, 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 YJ51 ZNG registered?

YJ51 ZNG is a 2001 Seat Arosa, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is YJ51 ZNG safe to buy?

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