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AY03 GDF

2003 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,618 mi
Last recorded92,618 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 GDF
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 92,618 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 92,618 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 88,279 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush cracking (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush cracking (2.4.G.2)

all 4 tyres have slight cracking in tread

Pass 20 Sep 2016 85,259 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 74,542 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 62,006 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 50,040 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 43,848 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 43,848 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 41,761 miles

gearbox leak

rear tyres badly cracking

Pass 31 Mar 2011 37,516 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 33,418 miles

Both front tyre inner sidewalls slightly split

Pass 1 May 2008 27,748 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 23,007 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 23,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2006 18,827 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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AY03 GDF is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AY03 GDF, 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 AY03 GDF registered?

AY03 GDF is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is AY03 GDF safe to buy?

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