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FN03 FPJ

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,898 mi
Last recorded9,898 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 FPJ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 9,898 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jul 2024 9,896 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Jun 2024 9,870 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both sides. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jul 2023 9,870 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 9,868 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 9,866 miles

Covers fitted unable to test some testable items,

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 9,708 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 9,708 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 9,615 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 9,615 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 9,468 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 9,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 9,207 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 9,019 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 8,777 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 8,558 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 8,558 miles

Rear Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Pass 14 May 2013 7,927 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 7,012 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 7,012 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 6,980 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 6,909 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 6,862 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 6,740 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 6,546 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 6,257 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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FN03 FPJ is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FN03 FPJ, 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.

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What year was FN03 FPJ registered?

FN03 FPJ is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is FN03 FPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN03 FPJ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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