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GJ52 OYA

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,498 mi
Last recorded98,498 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 OYA
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 98,498 miles

Engine Oil Low

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 92,377 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 89,510 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 86,109 miles

Engine idle uneven

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 26 Jun 2015 78,981 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 70,315 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 62,273 miles

engine hunts

Fail 18 Feb 2013 62,273 miles

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

engine hunts

Pass 27 Feb 2012 52,688 miles

off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2011 45,538 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 38,485 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 38,483 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 30,896 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 30,896 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 25,569 miles

Windscreen stone-chipped.

Pass 1 Feb 2007 20,798 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 15,120 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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GJ52 OYA is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GJ52 OYA, 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 GJ52 OYA registered?

GJ52 OYA is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is GJ52 OYA safe to buy?

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