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SG54 OBY

2004 Seat Arosa

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,222 mi
Last recorded44,222 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG54 OBY
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 44,222 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 43,127 miles

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

front wiper blades torn

Pass 30 Jan 2014 41,935 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 40,144 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 37,706 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 35,533 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 33,359 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 33,359 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2009 26,750 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 24,524 miles

items stuck onto dash

Pass 31 Aug 2007 20,102 miles

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

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

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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SG54 OBY is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SG54 OBY, 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 SG54 OBY?

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What year was SG54 OBY registered?

SG54 OBY is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 4 September 2004.

Is SG54 OBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG54 OBY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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