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GX03 VNM

2003 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,223 mi
Last recorded33,223 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 VNM
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 33,223 miles

General under body component corrosion

General underbody exhaust component corrosion

Hand brake lever has slight excessive movement indicating adjustment maybe required

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 32,946 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 32,206 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 31,350 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 29,892 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 28,722 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 26,160 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 23,764 miles

Both front tyres are worn low (3mm).

Pass 12 Jun 2017 22,770 miles

O/S/F tyre is worn low (3mm).

Pass 9 Jun 2016 21,645 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 21,645 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 20,349 miles

Hole in exhaust system just before rear silencer. Area is heavily corroded.

Slight oil leaks.

Pass 9 Jun 2014 19,093 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 19,093 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 17,729 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 17,729 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 16,257 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 16,257 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 14,593 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 12,729 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 11,397 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 9,610 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 8,161 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 6,636 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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GX03 VNM is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GX03 VNM, 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 VNM registered?

GX03 VNM is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is GX03 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 VNM shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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