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KE03 YJV

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,382 mi
Last recorded83,382 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 YJV
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 83,382 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 75,701 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine MIL light activated

Fail 4 Jul 2014 75,701 miles

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

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine MIL light activated

Pass 24 Jun 2013 68,034 miles

front brake discs are corroded on inner faces

Fail 24 Jun 2013 68,034 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front brake discs are corroded on inner faces

Pass 28 Jun 2012 60,117 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 56,112 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2010 51,079 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 51,079 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 45,742 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 45,742 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 38,614 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 31,281 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 18,631 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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KE03 YJV is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KE03 YJV, 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 KE03 YJV registered?

KE03 YJV is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is KE03 YJV safe to buy?

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