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FX03 EFU

2003 Seat Cordoba

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

137,549 mi
Last recorded137,549 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 EFU
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2012 137,549 miles

back box exaust corroded

front anti roll bar corroded

Fail 1 Mar 2012 137,549 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

back box exaust corroded

front anti roll bar corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2011 132,569 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 132,569 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

back box exaust corroded

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

n/s/f window inop

Pass 25 Feb 2010 127,579 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 127,579 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 111,090 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 141,140 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 90,518 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 69,708 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 69,708 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 51,138 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Cordoba?

Based on 99,964 MOT tests across 11,711 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
6,303
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
11,711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,838
Stop lamp not working 4,000
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,455
position lamp(s) not working 3,369
Direction indicator incorrect colour 3,266
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FX03 EFU is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Seat Cordoba models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 73,606 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 Cordoba fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX03 EFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Cordoba typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Seat Cordoba is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FX03 EFU registered?

FX03 EFU is a 2003 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is FX03 EFU safe to buy?

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