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YK04 SKU

2004 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

60,367 mi
Last recorded60,367 miles
Recorded on7 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Seat Arosa50,851 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 SKU
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2014 60,367 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs slightly pitted inner faces

Fail 7 May 2014 60,367 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front brake discs slightly pitted inner faces

Pass 10 May 2013 57,433 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 57,432 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2012 54,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 54,447 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 44,395 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 42,576 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 42,558 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 39,591 miles

front and rear number plates have slight deterioration

front brake discs have some corrosion/wear

front brakes have some imbalnce

rear brakes may require inspection

Fail 20 Mar 2009 39,583 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

front and rear number plates have slight deterioration

front brake discs have some corrosion/wear

Pass 10 Mar 2008 34,168 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 22,342 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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YK04 SKU is a 2004 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 YK04 SKU, 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

How do I check the history of YK04 SKU?

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What year was YK04 SKU registered?

YK04 SKU is a 2004 Seat Arosa, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is YK04 SKU safe to buy?

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