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CP54 OBC

2004 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

49,305 mi
Last recorded49,305 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP54 OBC
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 49,305 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 45,093 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 36,187 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 36,187 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 23,997 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 23,997 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 11,396 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 11,295 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 11,287 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 9,427 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 8,524 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 8,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 7,190 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 5,778 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 4,953 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 3,947 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 3,947 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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CP54 OBC is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CP54 OBC, 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 CP54 OBC?

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What year was CP54 OBC registered?

CP54 OBC is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is CP54 OBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP54 OBC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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