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DX03 VNZ

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

57,310 mi
Last recorded57,310 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 VNZ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 57,310 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 52,879 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 49,669 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 44,604 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 36,940 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 30,046 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 25,849 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 24,405 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 22,046 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 20,617 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 19,463 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 18,681 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 17,637 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 16,653 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 15,965 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 15,965 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 15,437 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 13,848 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 12,727 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 11,345 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 9,448 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 8,179 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 VNZ is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 DX03 VNZ, 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

How do I check the history of DX03 VNZ?

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What year was DX03 VNZ registered?

DX03 VNZ is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is DX03 VNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 VNZ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX03 VNZ have outstanding finance?

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