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MC53 GWY

2003 Seat Cordoba

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

113,034 mi
Last recorded113,034 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 GWY
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 113,034 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust rear box corroded.

Fail 8 Jul 2014 113,000 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust rear box corroded.

n/s/r tyre wearing on edges.185/60/14

Pass 5 Jul 2013 95,535 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 92,336 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 92,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 89,413 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 84,861 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 84,848 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Hand brake travel approaching limit

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

Fail 21 Sep 2009 79,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 79,600 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 74,448 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 74,448 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 72,503 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 72,503 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 48,166 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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MC53 GWY is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MC53 GWY, 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

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What year was MC53 GWY registered?

MC53 GWY is a 2003 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is MC53 GWY safe to buy?

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