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AU03 ETK

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,222 mi
Last recorded91,222 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 ETK
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 91,222 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 77,507 miles

Brake pressure build up slow Pedal (3.3.E.6)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 9 Feb 2016 77,506 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake pressure build up slow Pedal (3.3.E.6)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 64,917 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 42,255 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 20,664 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 20,468 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 17,014 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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AU03 ETK is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AU03 ETK, 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 AU03 ETK registered?

AU03 ETK is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is AU03 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 ETK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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