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FX53 VKJ

2003 Seat Toledo

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

137,156 mi
Last recorded137,156 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Seat Toledo83,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 VKJ
MakeSeat
ModelToledo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2015 137,156 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 137,156 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 128,160 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 128,160 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 117,557 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 106,910 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 106,910 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 93,177 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 77,429 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 77,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 62,440 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 46,737 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 30,265 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FX53 VKJ is a 2003 Seat Toledo in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX53 VKJ, 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 FX53 VKJ?

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What year was FX53 VKJ registered?

FX53 VKJ is a 2003 Seat Toledo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FX53 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 VKJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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