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NH03 AVT

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

32,822 mi
Last recorded32,822 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH03 AVT
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 32,822 miles

Front Both brake discs excessively corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 27,971 miles

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

Rear axle rusty

Fail 25 Sep 2024 27,951 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear axle rusty

Pass 14 Sep 2023 24,958 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all b.pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 23,187 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 22,792 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 22,085 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 21,529 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 20,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 20,101 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 19,042 miles

n/s/f tyre outer wall damaged but not down too cords

Pass 30 Jun 2015 17,355 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 16,001 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 14,630 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 13,263 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 12,414 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 11,454 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 10,376 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 9,272 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 8,065 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 6,559 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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NH03 AVT is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 NH03 AVT, 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 NH03 AVT?

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What year was NH03 AVT registered?

NH03 AVT is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is NH03 AVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH03 AVT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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