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PY52 MWW

2003 Seat Arosa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

113,557 mi
Last recorded113,557 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY52 MWW
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 113,557 miles

E.M.L illuminated

Fail 22 Feb 2016 113,557 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

E.M.L illuminated

Pass 2 Mar 2015 105,218 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front anti roll bar link bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Feb 2014 98,183 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 87,060 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 73,625 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 63,310 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 53,567 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 42,660 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 42,660 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 35,552 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 27,735 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 18,750 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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PY52 MWW is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 PY52 MWW, 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 PY52 MWW registered?

PY52 MWW is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 22 January 2003.

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