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DN52 UZP

2003 Seat Arosa

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

103,308 mi
Last recorded103,308 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 UZP
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 103,308 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2025 103,308 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 98,650 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 89,931 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 89,931 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 81,650 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 75,254 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 69,316 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 63,208 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 57,603 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 53,803 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 49,385 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 44,168 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 39,806 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 34,436 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 28,883 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 23,433 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,692 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 18,016 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 13,975 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 10,593 miles

N/S REAR TYRE - 2.5MM

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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DN52 UZP is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 DN52 UZP, 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 DN52 UZP registered?

DN52 UZP is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 17 February 2003.

Is DN52 UZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 UZP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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