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DK03 BDX

2003 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,819 mi
Last recorded64,819 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 BDX
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 64,819 miles

Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 62,316 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 59,704 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 56,761 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 54,337 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 51,360 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 48,502 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust backbox deteriorated

Pass 17 Jul 2012 45,659 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 45,659 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 42,868 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 42,848 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

FUEL FILTER WEEPING

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 39,754 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 39,754 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 37,490 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine management light on on dashboard

Fail 3 Jul 2009 37,490 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light on on dashboard

Pass 21 Jul 2008 34,016 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 25,738 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 18,663 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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DK03 BDX is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DK03 BDX, 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 DK03 BDX registered?

DK03 BDX is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is DK03 BDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 BDX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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