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DE53 FWL

2003 Seat Toledo SE TDI

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

188,234 mi
Last recorded188,234 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 FWL
MakeSeat
ModelToledo SE TDI
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 188,234 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 188,206 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 187,426 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2022 178,386 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 166,944 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 166,355 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 152,705 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 147,702 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 147,350 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 31,105 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Toledo SE TDI?

Based on 1,169 MOT tests across 529 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
529
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24
Direction indicator incorrect colour 16
position lamp(s) not working 15
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DE53 FWL is a 2003 Seat Toledo SE TDI in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Seat Toledo SE TDI fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE53 FWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Toledo SE TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Seat Toledo SE TDI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DE53 FWL?

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What year was DE53 FWL registered?

DE53 FWL is a 2003 Seat Toledo SE TDI, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DE53 FWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 FWL shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE53 FWL have outstanding finance?

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