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N997 UFJ

1996 Seat Cordoba

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

39,981 mi
Last recorded39,981 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Seat Cordoba90,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN997 UFJ
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 39,981 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 9 May 2023 39,981 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 May 2022 26,207 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all are more than 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s & o/s sills have corrosion spots

Pass 13 Mar 2020 26,198 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 26,097 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 25,997 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 25,847 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 25,673 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 25,494 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 25,494 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 25,224 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 24,959 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 24,767 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 24,410 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 23,649 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 22,865 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 22,336 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 21,355 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 20,542 miles

advisories remain the same

Fail 1 Mar 2006 20,542 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

drivers wiper rubber worn

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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N997 UFJ is a 1996 Seat Cordoba in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 N997 UFJ, 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 N997 UFJ registered?

N997 UFJ is a 1996 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 16 February 1996.

Is N997 UFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N997 UFJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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