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NG53 CZP

2003 Seat Arosa

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

65,268 mi
Last recorded65,268 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG53 CZP
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 65,268 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 61,072 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 61,072 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working wing repeater (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 57,988 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 55,538 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 52,228 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 49,329 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 49,329 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 28 Jun 2012 46,346 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 46,346 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 40,754 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 40,754 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 Jan 2010 35,986 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 35,986 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 32,161 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 28,092 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 20,511 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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NG53 CZP is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 NG53 CZP, 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

How do I check the history of NG53 CZP?

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What year was NG53 CZP registered?

NG53 CZP is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is NG53 CZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG53 CZP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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