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R163 URB

1998 Seat Toledo

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,772 mi
Last recorded105,772 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Seat Toledo87,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR163 URB
MakeSeat
ModelToledo
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2011 105,772 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2011 105,772 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 103,654 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 99,797 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 96,286 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 87,047 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 76,120 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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R163 URB is a 1998 Seat Toledo in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Seat Toledo models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 87,216 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 R163 URB, 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 28 years old, this Seat Toledo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R163 URB?

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What year was R163 URB registered?

R163 URB is a 1998 Seat Toledo, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R163 URB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R163 URB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R163 URB have outstanding finance?

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