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PX03 HLU

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,729 mi
Last recorded107,729 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX03 HLU
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 107,729 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 103,511 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 103,505 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 97,984 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 89,253 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 81,116 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 31 Mar 2016 81,115 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Upper Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 71,427 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 62,698 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 53,013 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 44,464 miles

Engine warning light on.

Fail 8 Feb 2012 44,428 miles

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

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

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)

engine management warning light staying on

Pass 16 Mar 2011 35,000 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 26,735 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 26,356 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 24,909 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 19,054 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 19,054 miles

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

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

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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PX03 HLU is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PX03 HLU, 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 PX03 HLU registered?

PX03 HLU is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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