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LV52 UHM

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

59,453 mi
Last recorded59,453 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 UHM
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 59,453 miles

Nearside Rear light unit damaged

Fail 3 Mar 2022 59,453 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear light unit damaged

Pass 1 Mar 2021 58,736 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 57,980 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 57,980 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 57,064 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 56,074 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 56,074 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 54,275 miles

front tyres slight cracking in tread

Fail 24 Feb 2017 54,275 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front tyres slight cracking in tread

Pass 2 Mar 2016 52,686 miles

Offside Rear suspension arm bush slight wear

Fail 4 Mar 2015 51,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 51,083 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 49,206 miles

front suspension arm bushes slight wear

rear tyres worn 2mm

Pass 14 Sep 2012 47,217 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 43,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 43,141 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 35,472 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 35,472 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 26,476 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 20,319 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 19,149 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 17,805 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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LV52 UHM is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 LV52 UHM, 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 LV52 UHM registered?

LV52 UHM is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is LV52 UHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV52 UHM shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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