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PF53 VKT

2004 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

68,939 mi
Last recorded68,939 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 VKT
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 68,939 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases On joints (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 61,042 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 60,646 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box not connected (7.1.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' opaque sun strip (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' opaque sun strip (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear strong advise tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 5 Feb 2015 46,242 miles

Advise front section of exhaust bracket snapped,but exhaust still supported.

Pass 31 Jan 2014 41,460 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 38,264 miles

n/s/r tyre out of shape

Pass 6 Feb 2012 34,288 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 30,898 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 27,209 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 22,709 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 19,295 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 14,893 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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PF53 VKT is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Grey 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 PF53 VKT, 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 PF53 VKT registered?

PF53 VKT is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 2 February 2004.

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