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LF03 XAJ

2003 Seat Arosa

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,648 mi
Last recorded99,648 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 XAJ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 99,648 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 95,884 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Nov 2017 92,339 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

front tyres wearing on inside and outside

slight play in steering rack ends

Pass 17 Nov 2016 87,954 miles

em light on

Pass 29 Sep 2015 83,446 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 73,070 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 60,938 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 28 Sep 2012 51,643 miles

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

both rear tyres slight splitting

Fail 28 Sep 2012 51,643 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

both rear tyres slight splitting

Pass 1 Oct 2011 41,180 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 34,563 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 29,893 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 25,112 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 20,296 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 20,296 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)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 13,301 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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LF03 XAJ is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LF03 XAJ, 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 LF03 XAJ registered?

LF03 XAJ is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is LF03 XAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 XAJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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