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BU03 EJE

2003 Seat Arosa

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

69,913 mi
Last recorded69,913 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 EJE
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2024 69,913 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 65,950 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 61,985 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 56,097 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2020 51,578 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 47,027 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 42,947 miles

Slight damage to nearside outer sill.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing close to limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 42,228 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 38,454 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 34,484 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 31,252 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 29,989 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 27,695 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 25,274 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 22,688 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 22,688 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2009 19,981 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 16,222 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 12,496 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 9,617 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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BU03 EJE is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BU03 EJE, 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.

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What year was BU03 EJE registered?

BU03 EJE is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is BU03 EJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 EJE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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