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KE03 YKA

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,416 mi
Last recorded77,416 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 YKA
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 77,416 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 76,037 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 75,576 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 73,735 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Hole in cat (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 60,484 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired pipe (1.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 60,484 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired pipe (1.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 56,126 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired vacuum pipe slightly deteriated/damaged (1.1.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 49,669 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 45,265 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 45,265 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 40,574 miles

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

both front tyres are deteriorating and have low tread

Pass 3 Jun 2016 35,923 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 30,510 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 30,510 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 25,482 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2013 21,174 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 18,594 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 17,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 17,217 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 15,142 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 13,188 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 11,142 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 8,977 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 6,814 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 YKA is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KE03 YKA, 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 YKA registered?

KE03 YKA is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is KE03 YKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE03 YKA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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