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KN53 NUV

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,414 mi
Last recorded80,414 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 NUV
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2013 80,414 miles

all shockers leaking slightly

exhaust corroded

front number plate cracked

Pass 3 Oct 2012 70,822 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 66,060 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 66,060 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight leak nsf shock absorbers

slight play in both inner tie rods

Fail 29 Sep 2009 66,038 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Sep 2008 59,045 miles

Both fronts wearing on inner edge

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 47,452 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 47,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 34,542 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 34,542 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KN53 NUV is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KN53 NUV, 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 KN53 NUV registered?

KN53 NUV is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is KN53 NUV safe to buy?

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