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FX03 ELJ

2003 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,331 mi
Last recorded34,331 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 ELJ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 34,331 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 30,180 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Jan 2016 27,747 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 25,662 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Feb 2015 25,662 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 22,680 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 21,048 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 21,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front n/s brake disc scord

Pass 26 Jan 2012 19,768 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded on edge on inside face

Pass 20 Jan 2011 18,454 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 17,128 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 15,790 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 14,212 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 12,351 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 10,571 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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FX03 ELJ is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FX03 ELJ, 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 FX03 ELJ registered?

FX03 ELJ is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is FX03 ELJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 ELJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX03 ELJ have outstanding finance?

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