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VU04 VZB

2004 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,928 mi
Last recorded92,928 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 VZB
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 92,928 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 84,586 miles

Both front shock absorbers slightly damp

Pass 20 Apr 2016 77,984 miles

Corrosion on exhaust back box

Pass 2 Mar 2015 73,759 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear bump stops worn offside & nearside /dirt sheilds insecure

Fail 11 Mar 2014 70,589 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 70,589 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 63,046 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 57,372 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 51,436 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 47,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 47,221 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 40,593 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Feb 2008 34,824 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

keep check on n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 26 Feb 2008 34,824 miles

keep check on n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 2 Mar 2007 30,132 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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VU04 VZB is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VU04 VZB, 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 VU04 VZB registered?

VU04 VZB is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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