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WU53 HMV

2004 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,486 mi
Last recorded101,486 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 HMV
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 101,486 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 90,947 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 81,698 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 79,119 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 79,119 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 70,754 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 66,799 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 61,794 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 56,840 miles

Airbag light on - slight uplift in steering column - objects on rear view mirror - metal brake pipes on junction in engine bay corroding -

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

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

Fail 15 Nov 2012 56,840 miles

Airbag light on - slight uplift in steering column - objects on rear view mirror - metal brake pipes on junction in engine bay corroding -

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 52,569 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 48,567 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 48,567 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)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 42,309 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 34,859 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Dec 2007 29,692 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 24,959 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 24,880 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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WU53 HMV is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WU53 HMV, 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 WU53 HMV registered?

WU53 HMV is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 24 January 2004.

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