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A21 NTC

2003 Seat Toledo

Grey Petrol 2324cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

177,619 mi
Last recorded177,619 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Toledo83,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 NTC
MakeSeat
ModelToledo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,324cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 177,619 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 169,035 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 163,830 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2023 163,830 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 157,825 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 154,309 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle too low for rollers, decel tested

Pass 12 Dec 2019 149,943 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 149,943 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 134,960 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 129,551 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 116,217 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 101,315 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 92,094 miles

o/s front tyre damage to side wall no cords showing

Fail 2 Dec 2013 81,280 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 81,280 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 75,231 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 75,231 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

battery insecure

brake discs corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2011 69,922 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 69,922 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 66,191 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 66,166 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 8 Jun 2009 58,627 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 49,957 miles

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

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

osf spot glass cracked

Pass 29 May 2007 43,010 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 43,008 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 22 May 2006 32,092 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Toledo?

Based on 266,761 MOT tests across 27,164 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
7,893
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
27,164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,393
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,660
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,623
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,361
Stop lamp not working 4,264
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A21 NTC is a 2003 Seat Toledo in Grey with a 2,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Seat Toledo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,198 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Toledo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 NTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Toledo typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Seat Toledo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A21 NTC?

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What year was A21 NTC registered?

A21 NTC is a 2003 Seat Toledo, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is A21 NTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 NTC shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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