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KG53 UEJ

2004 Seat Cordoba

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

83,920 mi
Last recorded83,920 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Seat Cordoba75,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG53 UEJ
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 83,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 4 Apr 2022 77,446 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jan 2021 76,351 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 76,351 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 28 Sep 2020 76,282 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 74,092 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 74,092 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 71,706 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front headlights misty

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

backbox corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2018 71,706 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front headlights misty

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

backbox corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2017 71,326 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

windscreen wipers leaving a slight smear

Fail 2 Sep 2017 71,326 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

windscreen wipers leaving a slight smear

Pass 13 Aug 2016 70,927 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Sep 2015 70,566 miles

Nail in near side rear tyre

Nail in off side front tyre

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2014 68,414 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2014 68,144 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 63,089 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 11 Jul 2012 57,286 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 57,281 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 16,782 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 41,372 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Jan 2008 36,610 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 36,606 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

n/s/r tyre bald on outer edge/near limit(just acceptable)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 28,673 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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KG53 UEJ is a 2004 Seat Cordoba in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2004 Seat Cordoba models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 75,132 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 KG53 UEJ, 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 22 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 KG53 UEJ registered?

KG53 UEJ is a 2004 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 14 January 2004.

Is KG53 UEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG53 UEJ shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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