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GN53 DWL

2003 Seat Toledo

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,064 mi
Last recorded128,064 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Seat Toledo83,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 DWL
MakeSeat
ModelToledo
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 128,064 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 120,807 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 110,529 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 102,451 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 92,255 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 84,017 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 84,017 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 81,127 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 77,603 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 74,694 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 72,029 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 72,029 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 66,890 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 66,890 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 63,149 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 57,708 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2007 46,662 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 46,662 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 31,473 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 31,097 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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GN53 DWL is a 2003 Seat Toledo in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GN53 DWL, 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 GN53 DWL?

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What year was GN53 DWL registered?

GN53 DWL is a 2003 Seat Toledo, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is GN53 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 DWL shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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