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MV53 HKA

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,868 mi
Last recorded96,868 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV53 HKA
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 96,868 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 90,966 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 86,894 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 81,621 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 81,621 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 73,886 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 65,272 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 56,339 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 47,353 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 43,408 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 33,951 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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MV53 HKA is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MV53 HKA, 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 MV53 HKA registered?

MV53 HKA is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is MV53 HKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV53 HKA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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