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GF54 GZW

2004 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,678 mi
Last recorded79,678 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF54 GZW
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 79,678 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 71,912 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 71,912 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 71,283 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 70,140 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 68,277 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 68,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 65,975 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 63,718 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 61,048 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 55,313 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear bump stops badly worn

Fail 14 Aug 2013 55,313 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear bump stops badly worn

Pass 19 Jul 2012 47,761 miles

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

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

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

offside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 26 Jul 2011 39,306 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 39,306 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 38,338 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 38,338 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 35,427 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 29,733 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 25,081 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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GF54 GZW is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GF54 GZW, 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 GF54 GZW registered?

GF54 GZW is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is GF54 GZW safe to buy?

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