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HN52 HMF

2003 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,051 mi
Last recorded65,051 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 HMF
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 65,051 miles

both front tyres perishing

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

engine light on

travel on handbrake

Fail 8 Feb 2016 65,051 miles

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

both front tyres perishing

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

engine light on

travel on handbrake

Pass 28 Jan 2015 55,053 miles

engine managmenmt light on

oil leak

Fail 27 Jan 2015 55,053 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

engine managmenmt light on

oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2014 48,601 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 41,719 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 31,988 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 21,065 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 17,795 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 17,795 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 22 Jan 2009 14,665 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 14,665 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 11,874 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 8,777 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 5,717 miles

dent offside wing and scratches painted over on bonnet

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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HN52 HMF is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HN52 HMF, 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 HN52 HMF registered?

HN52 HMF is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is HN52 HMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN52 HMF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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