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MX53 FFR

2003 Seat Arosa

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,057 mi
Last recorded102,057 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 FFR
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 102,057 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 88,468 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 88,468 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2017 85,984 miles

non standard suspension system fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2016 84,997 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear tyre sidewall perished

non-standard suspension fitted

slight oil leak

Pass 5 Jan 2015 70,675 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 60,674 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 54,218 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 6 Oct 2011 48,467 miles

Rear bump stops broken

Pass 6 Oct 2010 44,198 miles

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

Rear bump stops broken

Pass 15 Oct 2009 39,751 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 39,699 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 33,054 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 27,187 miles

exhaust rusty

front tyres wearing on edges of tread

rear bump stops broken

Pass 28 Sep 2006 20,786 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

exhaust rusty in places

rear bump stops broken

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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MX53 FFR is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MX53 FFR, 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.

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What year was MX53 FFR registered?

MX53 FFR is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is MX53 FFR safe to buy?

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