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DX53 YBH

2004 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,276 mi
Last recorded27,276 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 YBH
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2022 27,276 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 27,276 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 26,970 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 26,871 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 26,572 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 26,572 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 25,968 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 24,976 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 24,220 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 23,557 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 22,400 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 20,912 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 19,627 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 18,560 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 17,270 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 15,699 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 14,493 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 11,648 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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DX53 YBH is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DX53 YBH, 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 DX53 YBH registered?

DX53 YBH is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 13 February 2004.

Is DX53 YBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 YBH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX53 YBH have outstanding finance?

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