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GU04 UTY

2004 Seat Arosa

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,600 mi
Last recorded66,600 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 UTY
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 66,600 miles

parking brake lever requires slight adjustment

Pass 29 Apr 2019 56,167 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 54,964 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 50,962 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 46,805 miles

engine management lamp on

Fail 13 Mar 2015 46,805 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

engine management lamp on

Pass 11 Apr 2014 42,219 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 25,577 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 25,524 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 23,655 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 19,011 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 18,079 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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GU04 UTY is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GU04 UTY, 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 GU04 UTY registered?

GU04 UTY is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is GU04 UTY safe to buy?

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