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DG54 RHJ

2004 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,351 mi
Last recorded66,351 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 RHJ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 66,351 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 64,372 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 57,134 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2023 57,134 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 48,006 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 43,315 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts inner surface pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 14 Nov 2020 39,962 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 39,710 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 39,407 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 39,407 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 38,816 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 37,493 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 33,243 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 28,987 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 24,886 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 21,413 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 17,558 miles

o/s/r shocker bump stop snapped

Pass 6 Nov 2009 14,346 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 11,549 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 9,433 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 RHJ is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DG54 RHJ, 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

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What year was DG54 RHJ registered?

DG54 RHJ is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is DG54 RHJ safe to buy?

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