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WF04 NWS

2004 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,746 mi
Last recorded76,746 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF04 NWS
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 76,746 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 72,647 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 66,739 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2013 66,739 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 60,043 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 56,199 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 51,723 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 51,723 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 46,922 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 42,895 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 42,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 33,032 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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WF04 NWS is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WF04 NWS, 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 WF04 NWS registered?

WF04 NWS is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is WF04 NWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF04 NWS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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