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GN03 VFD

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

56,737 mi
Last recorded56,737 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 VFD
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 56,737 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 56,737 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 56,104 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 56,104 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 52,982 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 52,982 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 46,094 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

HC reading high only just passed

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

drivers door check strap worn

drivers window inop

offside side repeator lens missing

Fail 6 Jun 2014 46,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

HC reading high only just passed

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

breather hose to air filter detatched under bonnet

drivers door check strap worn

drivers window inop

nearside rear tyre perished and tread starting to lift

offside rear tyre perished

offside side repeator lens missing

wipers starting to smear

Pass 17 May 2013 38,281 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 38,281 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 9 May 2012 35,733 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 31,866 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 29,069 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 27,027 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 24,685 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 21,245 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 16,532 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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GN03 VFD is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GN03 VFD, 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

How do I check the history of GN03 VFD?

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What year was GN03 VFD registered?

GN03 VFD is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is GN03 VFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN03 VFD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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