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VU55 XAJ

2005 Seat Toledo

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,349 mi
Last recorded105,349 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Seat Toledo80,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 XAJ
MakeSeat
ModelToledo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 105,349 miles

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

windscreen has slight stone chips not in drivers view

Pass 27 Jun 2017 98,588 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 89,570 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 82,849 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 75,101 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2013 65,098 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 65,050 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 14 Mar 2013 65,047 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2011 38,513 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 31,255 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 24,925 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 20 Aug 2008 18,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 18,707 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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VU55 XAJ is a 2005 Seat Toledo in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Seat Toledo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 80,380 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 VU55 XAJ, 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 21 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 VU55 XAJ?

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What year was VU55 XAJ registered?

VU55 XAJ is a 2005 Seat Toledo, first registered on 17 September 2005.

Is VU55 XAJ safe to buy?

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