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FY53 TLZ

2003 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,512 mi
Last recorded64,512 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 TLZ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 64,512 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 56,832 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 50,952 miles

driver door is stiff

oil leak

Fail 12 Sep 2016 50,952 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

driver door is stiff

oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2015 44,468 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 36,829 miles

Nearside and offside sills damaged

Oil leak

Rear brakes noisy

Pass 3 Oct 2013 32,965 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 25,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 21,144 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 19,111 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 16,288 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Oct 2009 16,288 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 12,452 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 8,842 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 7,523 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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FY53 TLZ 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 FY53 TLZ, 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 FY53 TLZ registered?

FY53 TLZ is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is FY53 TLZ safe to buy?

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