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GF53 AOW

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

64,302 mi
Last recorded64,302 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 AOW
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 64,302 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

parking brake lever has travel

Fail 24 Feb 2021 64,302 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

parking brake lever has travel

Pass 27 Feb 2020 61,375 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 61,375 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 55,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Feb 2019 55,904 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 51,153 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 51,127 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage door (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 29 Aug 2017 48,481 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 44,690 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 44,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 40,406 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 38,709 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 36,832 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 34,000 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 34,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 32,177 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 32,177 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 30,546 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 25,616 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 22,458 miles

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

crack in front number plate

Pass 19 Jul 2007 18,975 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 15,731 miles

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

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

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 AOW is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AOW, 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 GF53 AOW registered?

GF53 AOW is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is GF53 AOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 AOW shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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