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HD52 YDV

2003 Seat Cordoba

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

140,174 mi
Last recorded140,174 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD52 YDV
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 140,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 140,168 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Central Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks Rubbing on o/s/f drive shaft (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 128,748 miles

Nearside underfloor area corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front headlamp converters fitted at time of inspection

Fail 29 Dec 2021 128,710 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside underfloor area corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front headlamp converters fitted at time of inspection

Pass 27 Jan 2021 116,858 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy pipe deteriorated / slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

headlamp converters fitted

Fail 23 Jan 2021 116,848 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy pipe deteriorated / slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

headlamp converters fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2019 95,531 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower suspension arms rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

headlamp beam converters fitted

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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HD52 YDV is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HD52 YDV, 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 HD52 YDV registered?

HD52 YDV is a 2003 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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