CarVerify

Free Car Check

OE53 ZRX

2003 Seat Toledo

Blue Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

154,379 mi
Last recorded154,379 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Seat Toledo83,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Seat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 ZRX
MakeSeat
ModelToledo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 154,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 146,821 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2021 146,821 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 129,118 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 129,103 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 126,040 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Nov 2018 126,040 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 122,498 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2017 122,479 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 118,664 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 114,513 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 109,292 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 109,291 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 102,116 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 98,385 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 98,385 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 89,446 miles

Front brake discs corroded on inner faces

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 80,725 miles

O/S/F tyre tread worn smooth on inner edge(25mm width) recommend wheel alignment check ASAP.

Fail 25 Nov 2010 80,725 miles

O/S/F tyre tread worn smooth on inner edge(25mm width) recommend wheel alignment check ASAP.

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

Fail 25 Nov 2009 69,507 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 69,507 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 56,732 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2008 56,732 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 45,505 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear and nearside rear inner brake pads appear to be worn thin.

Fail 3 Dec 2007 45,500 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Engine response when throttle pressed seems very poor.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear and nearside rear inner brake pads appear to be worn thin.

Pass 11 Dec 2006 32,351 miles

Nearside Rear 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
Full Seat Toledo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OE53 ZRX is a 2003 Seat Toledo in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 OE53 ZRX, 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 OE53 ZRX?

You can check the full history of OE53 ZRX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OE53 ZRX registered?

OE53 ZRX is a 2003 Seat Toledo, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is OE53 ZRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE53 ZRX shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OE53 ZRX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OE53 ZRX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.