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WG53 ZKJ

2004 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,943 mi
Last recorded73,943 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 ZKJ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 73,943 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 71,011 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 67,697 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 64,888 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 62,267 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 62,267 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 60,400 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine noise,cam belt?

Fail 7 Feb 2011 60,400 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine noise,cam belt?

front off side and near side brake discs worn and corroded

oil level too high

Pass 18 Feb 2010 58,746 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 58,746 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 43,516 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 39,471 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 39,471 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 27,534 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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WG53 ZKJ is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG53 ZKJ, 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 WG53 ZKJ registered?

WG53 ZKJ is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 24 January 2004.

Is WG53 ZKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG53 ZKJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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