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BAZ 9161

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,254 mi
Last recorded77,254 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 9161
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 77,254 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 76,332 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 75,539 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes worn, arm corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Above steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Tail pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 74,948 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread 5mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened shocker top mounts worn both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 74,346 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 73,639 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 72,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed on inner and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 70,836 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 67,987 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 64,821 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 61,829 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 57,885 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 53,687 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 53,687 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 50,039 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 46,335 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 46,311 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 42,700 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 38,565 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 34,370 miles

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

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

rear regristration plate slightly discoloured but still legible

Pass 18 Feb 2009 34,370 miles

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

rear regristration plate slightly discoloured but still legible

Pass 10 Mar 2008 28,912 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 21,143 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 14,521 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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BAZ 9161 is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 BAZ 9161, 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 BAZ 9161 registered?

BAZ 9161 is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is BAZ 9161 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 9161 shows 24 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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