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GX53 LHC

2003 Seat Arosa

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

64,109 mi
Last recorded64,109 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 LHC
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 64,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 55,824 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 44,491 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 33,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 33,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 25,051 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 23,744 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 22,971 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 22,740 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 22,483 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 22,120 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 21,602 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 20,845 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 19,755 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 18,528 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 16,946 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,739 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 14,077 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 12,192 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 10,029 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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GX53 LHC is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GX53 LHC, 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 GX53 LHC registered?

GX53 LHC is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is GX53 LHC safe to buy?

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