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AF04 XKJ

2004 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

54,682 mi
Last recorded54,682 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 XKJ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 54,682 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 50,983 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 49,013 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 47,249 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 44,438 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 41,649 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 39,952 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 39,896 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 38,546 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 37,164 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 37,164 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,854 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 34,045 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 32,476 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 30,272 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 27,793 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 25,064 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 21,876 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 18,895 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 15,675 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 15,675 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 11,815 miles

both front brake discs slightly corroded on inside edges of discs

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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AF04 XKJ is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 50,851 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 AF04 XKJ, 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 22 years old, this Seat Arosa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF04 XKJ?

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What year was AF04 XKJ registered?

AF04 XKJ is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 22 March 2004.

Is AF04 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 XKJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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