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DX03 RBZ

2003 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

11,028 mi
Last recorded11,028 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 RBZ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 11,028 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 9,830 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 8,623 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 7,432 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 6,972 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 6,594 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 6,473 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 5,682 miles

Rear Wiper split

Pass 30 Mar 2018 5,256 miles

Rear Wiper - Split

Fail 30 Mar 2018 5,256 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Wiper - Split

Pass 13 Mar 2017 4,726 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 4,656 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 4,656 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 4,650 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 4,595 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 4,513 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 4,396 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 4,396 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 4,221 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 3,955 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 3,804 miles

inspection light staying on

Pass 4 Mar 2008 3,695 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 3,167 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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DX03 RBZ is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DX03 RBZ, 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 DX03 RBZ registered?

DX03 RBZ is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is DX03 RBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 RBZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX03 RBZ have outstanding finance?

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