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HG03 PVA

2003 Seat Arosa

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

86,154 mi
Last recorded86,154 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 PVA
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 86,154 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 78,706 miles

front brake discs starting to wear and corrode

stone chip o/s lower part of screen

Pass 24 Apr 2017 67,610 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 67,610 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 64,033 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 64,033 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2015 47,239 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 47,239 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 36,805 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 34,615 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 34,612 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 4 May 2012 34,168 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 33,551 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 32,186 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 32,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 May 2009 29,611 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 26,612 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 22,125 miles

1.o/s/f tyre worn on outer edges 2. n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 26 Apr 2006 15,169 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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HG03 PVA is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HG03 PVA, 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 HG03 PVA registered?

HG03 PVA is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 3 May 2003.

Is HG03 PVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 PVA shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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