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PN03 TZE

2003 Seat Arosa

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

77,673 mi
Last recorded77,673 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 TZE
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Fail 21 Dec 2022 77,673 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 75,872 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 73,786 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2021 73,783 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 72,043 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 72,043 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 69,859 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 69,859 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 67,988 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 67,988 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 66,291 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 66,291 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 64,609 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 64,609 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 12 Feb 2015 63,071 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 63,071 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 61,289 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 59,493 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 57,813 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 56,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 56,208 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 54,205 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 51,580 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 45,877 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 38,236 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 29,760 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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PN03 TZE is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 PN03 TZE, 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 PN03 TZE?

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What year was PN03 TZE registered?

PN03 TZE is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is PN03 TZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN03 TZE shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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