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GF53 AOP

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,652 mi
Last recorded108,652 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 AOP
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 108,652 miles

Inner Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed door release handle missing (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front seat back adjuster missing (two door)

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

Oil leak ()

Service warning active

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 26 Jul 2016 108,652 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant cap missing

Coolant leak ()

EML active

Inner Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed door release handle missing (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front seat back adjuster missing (two door)

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

Oil leak ()

Service warning active

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 102,174 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 93,174 miles

NSF tyre perrished

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

slight play in NSF steering arm

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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GF53 AOP is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 GF53 AOP, 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 GF53 AOP registered?

GF53 AOP is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GF53 AOP safe to buy?

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