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R714 FJV

1998 Seat Toledo SE

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

97,343 mi
Last recorded97,343 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2007
Typical for 1998 Seat Toledo SE90,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 FJV
MakeSeat
ModelToledo SE
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2007 97,343 miles

all brake pipes been covered in a grease like substaince

Fail 20 Jan 2007 97,331 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Apr 2006 93,615 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Seat Toledo SE?

Based on 945 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

56.5%
Pass Rate
7,082
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 195
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 117
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 102
Brake pipe excessively corroded 80
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 58
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R714 FJV is a 1998 Seat Toledo SE in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1998 Seat Toledo SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.4% with a typical mileage of 90,837 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 SE fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R714 FJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Toledo SE typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Seat Toledo SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R714 FJV registered?

R714 FJV is a 1998 Seat Toledo SE, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R714 FJV safe to buy?

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