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GN53 OUE

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

79,714 mi
Last recorded79,714 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 OUE
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 79,714 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 79,714 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 63,267 miles

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

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 57,489 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 57,489 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 57,126 miles

both sides front tyres perishing

Pass 11 Jun 2015 55,539 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 53,697 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 51,728 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 48,957 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 46,839 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 44,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 44,069 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 41,596 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2009 41,596 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 39,006 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 38,371 miles

Drivers door mirror cracked.

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 38,371 miles

Drivers door mirror cracked.

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 37,240 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 OUE is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 OUE, 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 OUE?

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What year was GN53 OUE registered?

GN53 OUE is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is GN53 OUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 OUE shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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