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DG54 HJK

2004 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

88,467 mi
Last recorded88,467 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 HJK
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 88,467 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Feb 2016 88,467 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Feb 2015 79,910 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 79,910 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 74,628 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 Feb 2012 65,496 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

front brake pads and discs deteriorated

offside front wing and door damaged but no sharp edges

Pass 17 Feb 2012 65,496 miles

Oil leak

front brake pads and discs deteriorated

offside front wing and door damaged but no sharp edges

Pass 17 Feb 2011 55,391 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 44,224 miles

CORROSION ON FRONT BRAKE DISC SURFACES.

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO N/S FRONT TYRE WALL.

SPLITS ON O/S AND N/S FRONT TYRE WALLS,NO INNER STUCTURE VISIBLE AT TIME OF TEST.

TOP COVERS NOT SECURE ON BOTH REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS

Pass 3 Sep 2008 36,800 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 27,835 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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DG54 HJK is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DG54 HJK, 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 DG54 HJK?

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What year was DG54 HJK registered?

DG54 HJK is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is DG54 HJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG54 HJK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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