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GN53 TZU

2003 Seat Cordoba

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

168,441 mi
Last recorded168,441 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 TZU
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 168,441 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 168,441 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 145,264 miles

exhaust system in poor condition

Fail 31 Jul 2014 145,254 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 2 Jul 2013 125,587 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 103,393 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 103,393 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 85,222 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 85,222 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 70,665 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 70,665 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 65,580 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 54,648 miles

Extensive plastic covers fitted under car not allowing full inspection of some testable items!

Fail 12 Sep 2008 54,648 miles

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

Extensive plastic covers fitted under car not allowing full inspection of some testable items!

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 42,526 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 28,974 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 TZU is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 TZU, 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

How do I check the history of GN53 TZU?

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What year was GN53 TZU registered?

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

Is GN53 TZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 TZU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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