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WJ52 XDB

2003 Seat Arosa

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

69,633 mi
Last recorded69,633 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 XDB
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 69,633 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 66,001 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 52,731 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 48,325 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 40,463 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 29,482 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 22,883 miles

both front wish bone bushes starting to split

Pass 27 Jan 2010 19,537 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 19,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 14,681 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 13,505 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 15 Jan 2007 10,714 miles

slight play at n/side track rod end.

Pass 16 Jan 2006 8,997 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 8,766 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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WJ52 XDB is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WJ52 XDB, 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 WJ52 XDB registered?

WJ52 XDB is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 25 January 2003.

Is WJ52 XDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ52 XDB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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