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HD53 YGY

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

100,862 mi
Last recorded100,862 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD53 YGY
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 100,862 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 99,662 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 97,712 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 93,936 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 93,878 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged and braking performance affected Lever on caliper seized on (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2020 85,682 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 80,469 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 13 Aug 2019 80,469 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2018 77,404 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 74,843 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 70,895 miles

engine management light on

Pass 28 Oct 2015 66,441 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 62,091 miles

Both rear tyres worn on edges.

N/s/r shock absorber cover insecure.

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

O/s/r brake binding slightly.

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 57,027 miles

E.M.L on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Nov 2013 57,027 miles

E.M.L on

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 51,917 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Nov 2012 51,917 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 44,481 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 37,346 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 37,346 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 30,102 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 23,353 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 18,429 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 13,531 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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HD53 YGY is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 HD53 YGY, 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 HD53 YGY registered?

HD53 YGY is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is HD53 YGY safe to buy?

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