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MX03 VXZ

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,513 mi
Last recorded44,513 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 VXZ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2014 44,513 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 37,972 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 32,083 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 32,083 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 30,142 miles

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

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front brake discs worn.

nearside and offside rear bump stops split.

Fail 16 Mar 2012 30,142 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front brake discs worn.

nearside and offside rear bump stops split.

Pass 18 Mar 2011 27,291 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 27,262 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 24,399 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,538 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)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 16,848 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 13,753 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 10,224 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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MX03 VXZ is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MX03 VXZ, 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 MX03 VXZ registered?

MX03 VXZ is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is MX03 VXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX03 VXZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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