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FG52 UYE

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,212 mi
Last recorded76,212 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 UYE
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2020 76,212 miles

nearside front outer driveshaft gaiter deteriorated slightly

Fail 31 Dec 2019 76,204 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

nearside front outer driveshaft gaiter deteriorated slightly

Pass 3 Jan 2019 69,381 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 69,381 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 64,713 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 60,074 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 55,059 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 51,886 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 47,698 miles

oil leak

Pass 29 Jan 2013 45,410 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 41,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 41,745 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 38,045 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 34,519 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 34,519 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 30,715 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 26,812 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 26,812 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 20,281 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 14,747 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FG52 UYE is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG52 UYE, 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 FG52 UYE registered?

FG52 UYE is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is FG52 UYE safe to buy?

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