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RX54 ZFD

2005 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

33,924 mi
Last recorded33,924 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Seat Arosa41,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 ZFD
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 33,924 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 33,924 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 32,701 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 32,701 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 31,342 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 30,343 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 29,965 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 29,539 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 29,080 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 28,520 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 28,149 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 28,149 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 26,423 miles

engine warning lamp on

Fail 5 Sep 2016 26,423 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

engine warning lamp on

Pass 24 Aug 2015 25,683 miles

Both front tyres getting low

EML Light on

Pass 1 Sep 2014 24,846 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 23,929 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 23,126 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 23,126 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 22,255 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 21,328 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 20,287 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 17,839 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 17,839 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 15,118 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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RX54 ZFD 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 RX54 ZFD, 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

How do I check the history of RX54 ZFD?

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What year was RX54 ZFD registered?

RX54 ZFD is a 2005 Seat Arosa, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is RX54 ZFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 ZFD 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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