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WK03 CHG

2003 Seat Arosa

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

66,275 mi
Last recorded66,275 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Arosa52,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 CHG
MakeSeat
ModelArosa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 66,275 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight corrosion

Pass 13 Aug 2019 55,929 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

handbrake travel

Pass 8 Aug 2018 48,347 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 48,347 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 41,300 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 30,954 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 30,954 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 24,056 miles

all steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 30 May 2014 22,481 miles

general corrosion to all front and rear suspension and braking components

Pass 7 Mar 2013 21,578 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 21,578 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 20,959 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 20,959 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 18,754 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 18,754 miles

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 17,342 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 17,342 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 16,660 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 14,925 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 11,230 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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WK03 CHG is a 2003 Seat Arosa in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WK03 CHG, 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 WK03 CHG registered?

WK03 CHG is a 2003 Seat Arosa, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is WK03 CHG safe to buy?

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