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KV05 KYU

2005 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

128,272 mi
Last recorded128,272 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Seat Arosa41,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 KYU
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 128,272 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 115,409 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 104,280 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 93,848 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 82,919 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 72,237 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 64,389 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 58,888 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2018 57,530 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 55,154 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2016 51,808 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 48,264 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2014 44,408 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2013 40,669 miles

rear brake imbalance of 38%

Fail 6 Mar 2012 37,185 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 37,185 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 34,677 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 32,317 miles

near side rear tyre getting low

slight condensation to off side front headlamp

Pass 11 Mar 2009 29,065 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2009 29,065 miles

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

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 12 Mar 2008 23,167 miles

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

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

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 KYU is a 2005 Seat Arosa in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 KV05 KYU, 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 KYU registered?

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

Is KV05 KYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV05 KYU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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