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GX03 VML

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,169 mi
Last recorded34,169 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 VML
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 34,169 miles

Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

front exhaust bracket broken,system still supported

Fail 29 Jun 2015 34,169 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

front exhaust bracket broken,system still supported

Pass 13 Mar 2014 32,229 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 29,798 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 29,798 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 8 Mar 2012 27,425 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 27,425 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 24,007 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 20,969 miles

Severe oil leak at rear of engine!

Pass 10 Mar 2009 17,827 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 15,434 miles

nearside rear tyre slight distortion

offside and nearside front brake discs slight corrosion

oil leak from engine

Pass 21 Jun 2007 15,004 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 15,004 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 13,058 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GX03 VML is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 GX03 VML, 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 GX03 VML registered?

GX03 VML is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is GX03 VML safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 VML shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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