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GN53 TBX

2003 Seat Cordoba

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

134,374 mi
Last recorded134,374 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 TBX
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 134,374 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 134,374 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 134,357 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 134,341 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

both rear tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 16 Apr 2015 129,308 miles

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

n/s/r seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2015 129,308 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 122,879 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 122,879 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 116,162 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

slight play in nearside steering arm

Fail 26 Apr 2012 112,889 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 112,889 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 101,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 101,426 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 84,850 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 61,400 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 54,849 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 40,979 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2006 27,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 27,996 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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GN53 TBX is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GN53 TBX, 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 GN53 TBX registered?

GN53 TBX is a 2003 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GN53 TBX safe to buy?

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