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WG53 AFJ

2003 Seat Arosa

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

41,989 mi
Last recorded41,989 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 AFJ
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 41,989 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 41,423 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 41,037 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 41,002 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 40,437 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 39,892 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 39,499 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 38,944 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 38,389 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 37,411 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 36,786 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 36,204 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 35,298 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 34,496 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 33,129 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 31,825 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 29 Sep 2010 30,149 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 30,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 26,591 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 26,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 21,875 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 18,405 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 14,939 miles

front brake pads req 500-1000 miles(max). advise new vented disks also.

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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WG53 AFJ is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WG53 AFJ, 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 WG53 AFJ registered?

WG53 AFJ is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is WG53 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG53 AFJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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