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GN53 HTP

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,787 mi
Last recorded147,787 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 HTP
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2017 147,787 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine management light staying on

engine running rough

rear exhaust heatshield insecure

rear tailgate difficult to open

Pass 18 Jul 2016 138,382 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 138,364 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 133,872 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 132,427 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 115,768 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 104,999 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 99,456 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 91,789 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 75,128 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 57,650 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 57,650 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 40,259 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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GN53 HTP is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GN53 HTP, 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 GN53 HTP registered?

GN53 HTP is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is GN53 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 HTP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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