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GN53 FNV

2003 Seat Toledo

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

161,419 mi
Last recorded161,419 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Toledo83,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 FNV
MakeSeat
ModelToledo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 161,419 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3 mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3 mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 21 Jun 2018 143,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear wheel minor binding

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 143,130 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear wheel minor binding

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 124,075 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 109,269 miles

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

steering rack slight misting of fluid

Fail 14 Jun 2016 109,269 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

steering rack slight misting of fluid

Pass 17 Jun 2015 99,234 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Jun 2015 99,234 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2014 90,314 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jun 2013 82,058 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 82,058 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 74,241 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 66,754 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 66,754 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 59,771 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 51,400 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 42,312 miles

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)

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 32,613 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/r tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Aug 2006 20,965 miles

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)

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 FNV is a 2003 Seat Toledo in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FNV, 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 FNV?

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What year was GN53 FNV registered?

GN53 FNV is a 2003 Seat Toledo, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is GN53 FNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 FNV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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