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KY05 TXA

2005 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

91,961 mi
Last recorded91,961 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Seat Arosa41,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY05 TXA
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 91,961 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 90,887 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 90,887 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2024 76,196 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 76,196 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 73,241 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 73,241 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Apr 2023 73,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. adjustment mechanism not working as intended (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Central Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 66,562 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 59,945 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 59,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2020 56,151 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 49,839 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 49,839 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 44,303 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 42,104 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 40,352 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 37,859 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 35,607 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 35,606 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 30,781 miles

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

Front brake discs lipped

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake disc corroded

Steering rack, offside inner joint has some wear/play

Pass 17 Feb 2012 27,549 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 22,241 miles

All tyres, tread and sidewalls cracking

Rear bump stops perished

Pass 9 Mar 2010 16,051 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 13,234 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 10,278 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 10,278 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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KY05 TXA is a 2005 Seat Arosa in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 KY05 TXA, 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 KY05 TXA registered?

KY05 TXA is a 2005 Seat Arosa, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is KY05 TXA safe to buy?

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