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MH53 HOH

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,153 mi
Last recorded97,153 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH53 HOH
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2020 97,153 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 94,099 miles

drivers side front tire getting low

passengers side front tire close to limits

rear shock dust covers dropped down shocks

Pass 9 Feb 2018 88,904 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 82,476 miles

power steering pipes corroding slightly

Front both tyres wearing unevenly to inside edge

Nearside Front slight noise as wheel rotated

road springs corroding slightly

slight surface corrosion various places under car

some brake pipes greased

under bonnet brake pipes slightly corroding

Pass 17 Feb 2016 78,820 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 78,816 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 76,715 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 71,749 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 70,347 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 66,778 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 66,778 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 59,898 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 54,605 miles

both front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 2 Nov 2009 46,198 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 42,413 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 38,882 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 38,882 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 31,229 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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MH53 HOH is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MH53 HOH, 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 MH53 HOH registered?

MH53 HOH is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is MH53 HOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH53 HOH shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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