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SEAT Arosa

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 998 cc

LF52 PWJMOT history

LF52 PWJ is a grey petrol SEAT Arosa first used on 26 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 73,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2023
Mileage
73,482 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,803 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 PWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Arosa
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 PWJ was last recorded at 73,482 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 2,700 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,782 miles · 3 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,700 miles
Average per year
3,803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,482 miles
  • 2021 – 70,782 miles
  • 2020 – 64,947 miles
  • 2019 – 58,358 miles
  • 2018 – 50,072 miles
  • 2017 – 43,097 miles
  • 2016 – 36,295 miles
  • 2015 – 28,030 miles
  • 2014 – 27,658 miles
  • 2013 – 25,874 miles
  • 2012 – 23,236 miles
  • 2011 – 20,908 miles
  • 2010 – 18,608 miles
  • 2009 – 17,185 miles
  • 2008 – 15,555 miles
  • 2007 – 13,120 miles
  • 2006 – 11,446 miles
  • 2005 – 8,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,482 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured fronts (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryEML on dash
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear service brake effort poor - both sides

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front exhaust support mounting corroded deteriated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,482 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    644455274818
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML on dash
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake effort poor - both sides

  2. Fail73,482 miles (+2,700)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    183654779875
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake effort poor - both sides

  3. Pass70,782 miles (+5,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    70,782 miles
    Test number
    525932139151
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust outer skin loose
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass64,947 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,947 miles
    Test number
    421440028951
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail64,946 miles (+6,588)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,946 miles
    Test number
    113173845438
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass58,358 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,358 miles
    Test number
    642909508717
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer outer skin detached
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH FRONT (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail58,358 miles (+8,286)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,358 miles
    Test number
    397302844198
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer outer skin detached
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH FRONT (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY LOW 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass50,072 miles (+6,975)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,072 miles
    Test number
    300880875625
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass43,097 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,097 miles
    Test number
    896469366184
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust support mounting corroded deteriated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail43,097 miles (+6,802)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,097 miles
    Test number
    234885807669
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust support mounting corroded deteriated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass36,295 miles (+8,265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,295 miles
    Test number
    728027762436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass28,030 miles (+372)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    28,030 miles
    Test number
    369883462537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,658 miles (+1,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,658 miles
    Test number
    179124594259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass25,874 miles (+2,638)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    25,874 miles
    Test number
    865331993281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail23,236 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,236 miles
    Test number
    567199082274
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteRear wiperblade split.

  16. Pass23,236 miles (+2,328)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    23,236 miles
    Test number
    736089282298
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteRear wiperblade split.

  17. Pass20,908 miles (+2,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    20,908 miles
    Test number
    476118091234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass18,608 miles (+1,423)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    18,608 miles
    Test number
    362318490480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,185 miles (+1,630)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    17,185 miles
    Test number
    971210709330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,555 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,555 miles
    Test number
    120060898277
    • NoteVarious small stone chips in windscreen.

  21. Fail15,555 miles (+2,435)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,555 miles
    Test number
    983100798292
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteVarious small stone chips in windscreen.

  22. Pass13,120 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    13,120 miles
    Test number
    662577197200
    • NoteThe rear wiper blade has split
    • NoteThere is various slight underbody corrosion (recommend an underbody waxoyl)

  23. Fail13,120 miles (+1,674)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,120 miles
    Test number
    571227097299
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteThe rear wiper blade has split
    • NoteThere is various slight underbody corrosion (recommend an underbody waxoyl)

  24. Pass11,446 miles (+2,619)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    11,446 miles
    Test number
    320927896497
    • NoteInner edge of front brake discs slightly corroded.
    • NoteSlight dent in o/s/f door,light scratch in o/s/r quarter & n/s door.

  25. Pass8,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    8,827 miles
    Test number
    441537375274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 PWJ

Does LF52 PWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 PWJ expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 PWJ?
The MOT on LF52 PWJ expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 PWJ done?
LF52 PWJ was recorded at 73,482 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 3,803 miles a year.
Has LF52 PWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 PWJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 PWJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 PWJ find?
LF52 PWJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 5 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement fronts; direction indicator slightly discoloured fronts; eml on dash, and 2 more.

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