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FT04 CHN

2004 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,565 mi
Last recorded36,565 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT04 CHN
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 36,565 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 31,882 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 31,882 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 27,229 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 22,932 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 16,938 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 16,938 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 10,831 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 7,275 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 3,052 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 2,814 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 2,510 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 2,150 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 1,713 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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FT04 CHN is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FT04 CHN, 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 FT04 CHN?

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What year was FT04 CHN registered?

FT04 CHN is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 24 August 2004.

Is FT04 CHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT04 CHN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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