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GK53 CHN

2003 Seat Cordoba

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,596 mi
Last recorded170,596 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 CHN
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 170,596 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 160,871 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 150,523 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 141,300 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 141,172 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 128,745 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 117,776 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 106,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear discs corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2010 952,418 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 94,862 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 83,412 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 67,979 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 67,979 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 51,669 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 36,428 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 Nov 2006 36,421 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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GK53 CHN is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK53 CHN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK53 CHN registered?

GK53 CHN is a 2003 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is GK53 CHN safe to buy?

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