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GX03 FDF

2003 Seat Cordoba

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,435 mi
Last recorded92,435 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 FDF
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2014 92,435 miles

Engine light indicates a fault

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Aug 2014 92,431 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine light indicates a fault

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 82,983 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 71,327 miles

suspect manifold to head exhaust blow not excessive

Pass 8 Aug 2011 69,052 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 66,589 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

engine management light stays on and emissions readings seem to fluctuate

Pass 30 Mar 2011 66,589 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nail in offside rear tyre

engine management light stays on and emissions readings seem to fluctuate

Pass 19 Mar 2010 54,066 miles

engine light on

Pass 16 Mar 2009 49,902 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 49,902 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 43,676 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 43,676 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GX03 FDF is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GX03 FDF, 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 GX03 FDF?

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What year was GX03 FDF registered?

GX03 FDF is a 2003 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is GX03 FDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 FDF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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