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PX04 XLM

2004 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,822 mi
Last recorded67,822 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX04 XLM
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2019 67,822 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2014 64,939 miles

engine warning light on

ADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEMS NEED ATTENTION.

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 62,072 miles

ADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEM NEEDS ATTENTION.

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

Fail 4 Feb 2013 62,072 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 60,560 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 52,413 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 52,395 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 46,355 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 37,824 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 32,071 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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PX04 XLM is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PX04 XLM, 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

How do I check the history of PX04 XLM?

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What year was PX04 XLM registered?

PX04 XLM is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 8 March 2004.

Is PX04 XLM safe to buy?

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