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N284 PYN

1996 Seat Cordoba

Silver Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

14,201 mi
Last recorded14,201 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Seat Cordoba90,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN284 PYN
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 14,201 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 13,584 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 12,969 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 122,945 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 May 2012 11,518 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 10,399 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 9,303 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 9,303 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2009 8,437 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 8,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 May 2008 6,797 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 6,797 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 18 May 2007 4,656 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 4,656 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 May 2006 4,164 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 4,164 miles

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

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

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

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

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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N284 PYN is a 1996 Seat Cordoba in Silver with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1996 Seat Cordoba models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 90,715 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N284 PYN, 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 30 years old, this Seat Cordoba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N284 PYN registered?

N284 PYN is a 1996 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N284 PYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N284 PYN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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