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DX53 YGA

2004 Seat Arosa

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

101,268 mi
Last recorded101,268 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 YGA
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 101,268 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 97,810 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 92,776 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 90,771 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 83,712 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 73,734 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 61,502 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 50,694 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 38,243 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside and nearside rear shock absorber dust covers are insecure

Pass 14 Dec 2009 32,318 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 28,223 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre wearing on both edges

slight play in lower steering column

Fail 22 Dec 2008 28,223 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre wearing on both edges

slight play in lower steering column

Pass 14 Dec 2007 22,885 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 17,332 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 YGA is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YGA, 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 DX53 YGA?

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What year was DX53 YGA registered?

DX53 YGA is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 9 January 2004.

Is DX53 YGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 YGA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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