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LC04 DWU

2004 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,452 mi
Last recorded76,452 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 DWU
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 76,452 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 72,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2015 67,825 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 60,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 60,736 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 58,199 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres are perished in side walls

gear knob has parts mising leaving a projecting bolt.

Fail 5 Jul 2013 58,199 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres are perished in side walls

gear knob has parts mising leaving a projecting bolt.

Pass 3 Jul 2012 52,383 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 52,365 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 46,489 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 42,527 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 39,128 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 33,186 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 27,189 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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LC04 DWU is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LC04 DWU, 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 LC04 DWU registered?

LC04 DWU is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is LC04 DWU safe to buy?

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