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AK52 HYX

2003 Seat Arosa

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

130,469 mi
Last recorded130,469 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 HYX
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 130,469 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge and sidewall perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 127,495 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 122,662 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 116,733 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 110,641 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 104,944 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 98,958 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 94,076 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 93,989 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 87,790 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Mar 2013 87,790 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 82,750 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 77,850 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 71,102 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 63,241 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 55,966 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 46,446 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 35,770 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 35,770 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AK52 HYX is a 2003 Seat Arosa in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Seat Arosa models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 52,798 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 AK52 HYX, 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 23 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 AK52 HYX registered?

AK52 HYX is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is AK52 HYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 HYX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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