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FM53 JXW

2004 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

52,291 mi
Last recorded52,291 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 JXW
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 52,291 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear rear seats folded down

Fail 30 Aug 2025 52,291 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear rear seats folded down

Pass 27 Aug 2024 43,670 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 27,832 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 27,468 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 27,468 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2021 24,816 miles

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

corrosion on rear coil springs

front wipers smearing

Pass 7 Feb 2020 21,675 miles

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 21,661 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 17,584 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

both rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 31 Jan 2019 17,584 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 12 Jan 2018 9,706 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 8,220 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 7,597 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 7,531 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 7,531 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 7,272 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 6,999 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 6,253 miles

advise n/s/f door miiror loose

Pass 16 Nov 2010 5,508 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 4,609 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 3,743 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 2,988 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 6 Dec 2006 2,142 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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FM53 JXW is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FM53 JXW, 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 FM53 JXW registered?

FM53 JXW is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is FM53 JXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 JXW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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