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GX53 NYH

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

87,889 mi
Last recorded87,889 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 NYH
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 87,889 miles

Central Rear handbrake will need adjusting

Fail 11 Nov 2023 87,889 miles

Central Rear handbrake will need adjusting

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both front headlights needed polishing (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 82,103 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Center to brake proportioning valve (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 77,858 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 75,780 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 72,495 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 69,030 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 66,664 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 66,664 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 63,548 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 60,039 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 54,790 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 49,627 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake discs low and corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2013 49,627 miles

front brake discs low and corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2012 42,132 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Dec 2012 42,101 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 37,089 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 36,991 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 34,465 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 34,465 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 29,528 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 26,515 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 23,305 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 22,499 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Oct 2006 22,359 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (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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GX53 NYH is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 NYH, 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 NYH registered?

GX53 NYH is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is GX53 NYH safe to buy?

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