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KR52 OJF

2003 Seat Arosa

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

79,117 mi
Last recorded79,117 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR52 OJF
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 79,117 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 78,080 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 75,015 miles

both front tyres starting too wear low on tread / edge wear..

slight uneven wear on o/s/r tyre..pin holes in front lower ball joint covers..front exhaust clamp corroded..

Pass 1 Feb 2018 71,437 miles

child seats fitted to rear at time of test

Pass 10 Jan 2017 67,727 miles

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

edgewear on front tyres.

offside front lower suspension arm rear bush starting to split.

offside rear tyre going out of shape.

slight exhaust blow.

slight play in both front anti-roll bar bushes.

Fail 6 Jan 2017 67,726 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

edgewear on front tyres.

offside front lower suspension arm rear bush starting to split.

offside rear tyre going out of shape.

slight exhaust blow.

slight play in both front anti-roll bar bushes.

Pass 26 Jan 2016 64,917 miles

o/s/f mirror broken

Pass 23 Jan 2015 60,869 miles

offside front lower suspension arm rear bush starting to split.

Pass 23 Jan 2014 56,720 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre ,corrosion in front discs ,n/s/f wheel bent

Pass 15 Jan 2013 55,230 miles

corrosion / lip in front discs n/s/f wheel buckeled

Pass 19 Jan 2012 52,555 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 52,555 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

FRONT TYRES WORN VERY LOW / CUTS IN SIDEWALLS....

squeal from rear brakes..slight buckle in n/s/f wheel rim..n/s door stricker loose..advise-cambelt due to age....

Pass 11 Jan 2011 46,446 miles

EDGE WEAR ON FRONT TYRES..O/S WINDOW(DOOR)HANDLE MISSING..ADVISE - CAMBELT CHANGE(DUE TO AGE)....

o/s window(door)handle missing..n/s door starp loose..squeal from rear brakes....service/inspection light on....

Pass 15 Dec 2009 42,647 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 36,666 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 32,472 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside & Offside Rear Shock Absorber Top Dust Cover Tubes Loose, Suspension,Springs,Cables,Linkages,Etc All Dry & Require Lubrication.

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

Offside Front Door Mirror Glass Fractured,Parking Brake Lever Has Long Travel,Offside Rear Brake Squeal,Nearside Front Tyre Tread Cut & Worn On Inner Edge.

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 26,998 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 20,085 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 20,085 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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KR52 OJF is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KR52 OJF, 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 KR52 OJF registered?

KR52 OJF is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is KR52 OJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR52 OJF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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