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KV05 KXD

2005 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

27,007 mi
Last recorded27,007 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Seat Arosa41,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 KXD
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 27,007 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 26,250 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2025 26,233 miles

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

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 25,444 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 24,697 miles

Front Suspension unit corroding

Wet Test

Pass 3 Mar 2022 23,951 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 23,196 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 22,557 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 21,502 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 20,368 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 20,368 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 19,067 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 19,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 17,861 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 17,861 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 16,721 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 15,557 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 4 Mar 2014 15,551 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Mar 2013 14,572 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 14,572 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 13,403 miles

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

nearside front tyre sidewall poor condition

Pass 4 Mar 2011 12,113 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 10,580 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 8,183 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 5,726 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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KV05 KXD is a 2005 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2005 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 41,470 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 KV05 KXD, 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 21 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 KV05 KXD registered?

KV05 KXD is a 2005 Seat Arosa, first registered on 10 March 2005.

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The MOT history for KV05 KXD shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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