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HX53 HCL

2003 Seat Arosa

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

111,516 mi
Last recorded111,516 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 HCL
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 111,516 miles

exhaust corroded

front brake pads low

n/s/f wiper worn

n/s/r tyre tread getting low

Pass 22 Aug 2012 92,222 miles

rear tyres are perishing on inner side walls, tread getting low on edges

Fail 31 Aug 2011 67,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 31 Aug 2011 67,487 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 28 Aug 2009 36,983 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 36,983 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside and nearside rear tyres 3-4 mm starting to perish and crack in tread

Pass 30 Aug 2008 29,900 miles

nearside front tyre cut in tread

rear brake noisy when applied

Pass 30 Aug 2007 23,410 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear brakes noisy when applied

Pass 30 Aug 2006 17,321 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 17,321 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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HX53 HCL is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HX53 HCL, 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 HX53 HCL registered?

HX53 HCL is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is HX53 HCL safe to buy?

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