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AY03 GFK

2003 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

82,946 mi
Last recorded82,946 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 GFK
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 82,946 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 82,715 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 82,715 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 82,316 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear shock absorber covers loose

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2016 80,443 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Rear upper shock absorber covers are loose both sides.

Pass 15 Dec 2015 78,297 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Rear shock absorber covers loose

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 73,740 miles

Coolant low.

O/S window not working.

Rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated.

Rear wiper blade deteriorated.

Fail 16 Dec 2014 73,740 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Coolant low.

O/S window not working.

Rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated.

Rear wiper blade deteriorated.

Pass 17 Dec 2013 70,249 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 66,648 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 63,800 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 57,396 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 51,319 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 45,049 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 40,368 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 36,795 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 32,415 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 GFK is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AY03 GFK, 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 GFK registered?

AY03 GFK is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is AY03 GFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 GFK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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