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HIG 2488

2004 Seat Arosa S

Black Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,877 mi
Last recorded156,877 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIG 2488
MakeSeat
ModelArosa S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 156,877 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 156,854 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 149,193 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 141,541 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Arosa S?

Based on 540 MOT tests across 162 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
4,539
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20
brake disc excessively pitted 7
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 7
brake recording little or no effort 7
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 6
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HIG 2488 is a 2004 Seat Arosa S in Black with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Seat Arosa S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HIG 2488, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Arosa S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Seat Arosa S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HIG 2488 registered?

HIG 2488 is a 2004 Seat Arosa S, first registered on 12 January 2004.

Is HIG 2488 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIG 2488 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HIG 2488 have outstanding finance?

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