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WU54 VRM

2004 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

76,271 mi
Last recorded76,271 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU54 VRM
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 76,271 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 76,271 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 71,036 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55/14 (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f tyre slight worn on outer edge 185/55/14

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 22 Aug 2018 67,205 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer constant velocity gaiter deterorated

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 67,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer constant velocity gaiter deterorated

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 66,169 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 66,169 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 64,410 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2015 64,410 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2014 57,638 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 57,638 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 48,785 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 48,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 38,362 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2012 38,362 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 30,461 miles

front brake disks slightly pitted

Pass 3 Dec 2009 29,997 miles

offside rear tyre perishing

squeal from offside rear brake

Fail 3 Dec 2009 29,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

offside rear tyre perishing

squeal from offside rear brake

Pass 31 Oct 2008 25,829 miles

back plate fouling off side front brake disc

Pass 21 Nov 2007 20,356 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 20,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

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

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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WU54 VRM is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WU54 VRM, 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 WU54 VRM registered?

WU54 VRM is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 3 November 2004.

Is WU54 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU54 VRM shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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