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GN53 HUK

2003 Seat Arosa

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,792 mi
Last recorded96,792 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 HUK
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2016 96,792 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 8 Oct 2015 85,234 miles

Coolant leak!!.Radiator??.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex hose (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2015 85,234 miles

Coolant leak!!.Radiator??.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex hose (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 71,565 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 60,058 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2012 49,396 miles

DVRS SEAT TILT FAULTY

Fail 27 Sep 2012 49,396 miles

DVRS SEAT TILT FAULTY

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 40,260 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 40,260 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 30,618 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 19,706 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 19,501 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 15,687 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 15,685 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 14,460 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 14,459 miles

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

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

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 HUK is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GN53 HUK, 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 GN53 HUK?

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What year was GN53 HUK registered?

GN53 HUK is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is GN53 HUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 HUK shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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