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SEAT Arosa

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 998 cc

LX03 BDZMOT history

LX03 BDZ is a red petrol SEAT Arosa first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2026
Mileage
101,694 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 BDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Arosa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 BDZ was last recorded at 101,694 miles on 31 Jan 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,694 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,694 miles
  • 2024 – 94,393 miles
  • 2023 – 86,502 miles
  • 2021 – 73,563 miles
  • 2020 – 66,564 miles
  • 2019 – 61,374 miles
  • 2018 – 58,385 miles
  • 2017 – 55,702 miles
  • 2016 – 51,876 miles
  • 2013 – 47,756 miles
  • 2012 – 42,159 miles
  • 2011 – 35,151 miles
  • 2010 – 31,586 miles
  • 2009 – 25,856 miles
  • 2008 – 22,182 miles
  • 2007 – 18,127 miles
  • 2006 – 13,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,694 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,694 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,694 miles
    Test number
    297860874748
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail101,694 miles (+7,301)2 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,694 miles
    Test number
    245763582747
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed full test unable to be completed due to idle above manufactures specified limits (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil lamp illuminated

  3. Pass94,393 miles (+7,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    94,393 miles
    Test number
    416521940590
    • AdvisoryLower steering Colum has slight movement in bush

  4. Pass86,502 miles (+180)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,502 miles
    Test number
    166994710551
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail86,322 miles (+12,759)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,322 miles
    Test number
    145870534715
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass73,563 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,563 miles
    Test number
    229330527580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,371 miles
    Test number
    570775144383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,371 miles (+6,807)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,371 miles
    Test number
    473615257769
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass66,564 miles (+5,190)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,564 miles
    Test number
    389960492035
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass61,374 miles (+2,989)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,374 miles
    Test number
    904054318633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,385 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,385 miles
    Test number
    573870554431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,702 miles (+3,826)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    55,702 miles
    Test number
    820741751951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,876 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    218651614433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail51,876 miles (+4,120)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    196387035770
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers not working (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass47,756 miles (+5,597)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,756 miles
    Test number
    297732113373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass42,159 miles (+7,008)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    42,159 miles
    Test number
    956626972237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,151 miles (+3,565)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    35,151 miles
    Test number
    899613281216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,586 miles (+2,183)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,586 miles
    Test number
    173010950387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,403 miles (+3,547)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,403 miles
    Test number
    884740650073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,856 miles (+3,674)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,856 miles
    Test number
    514919449064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,182 miles (+4,055)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,182 miles
    Test number
    711107658086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,127 miles (+4,366)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,127 miles
    Test number
    841037247040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    13,761 miles
    Test number
    110374146072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 BDZ

Does LX03 BDZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX03 BDZ expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX03 BDZ?
The MOT on LX03 BDZ expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX03 BDZ done?
LX03 BDZ was recorded at 101,694 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2025, an average of 4,637 miles a year.
Has LX03 BDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 BDZ has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LX03 BDZ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX03 BDZ find?
LX03 BDZ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 4 more.

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