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HX03 FYZ

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

73,833 mi
Last recorded73,833 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 FYZ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 73,833 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 72,700 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 71,584 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 71,584 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 70,789 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2020 70,789 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 May 2019 68,491 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 66,709 miles

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

n/s/f tyre has slight side wall damage

Fail 30 Apr 2018 66,709 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

n/s/f tyre has slight side wall damage

Pass 10 May 2017 62,747 miles

n/s/r tyre perished and cracking in tread 185/55/14

o/s/r tyre perished and cracking in tread and on sidewalls 185/55/14

Pass 26 Apr 2016 56,786 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 55,612 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 52,269 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 52,269 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2013 49,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 49,127 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 46,527 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2012 46,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2011 42,674 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 37,786 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 31,847 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 31,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 22,416 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 16,932 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 9,310 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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HX03 FYZ is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HX03 FYZ, 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.

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What year was HX03 FYZ registered?

HX03 FYZ is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is HX03 FYZ safe to buy?

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