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P127 VGJ

1997 Seat Cordoba

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,417 mi
Last recorded81,417 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2012
Typical for 1997 Seat Cordoba89,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP127 VGJ
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2012 81,417 miles

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

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

bonnet saftey catch stuck open

Pass 1 Feb 2011 72,231 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 67,424 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 60,268 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 60,234 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 60,234 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 60,092 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside wiperblade starting to split

Pass 3 Mar 2006 59,806 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 59,806 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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P127 VGJ is a 1997 Seat Cordoba in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Seat Cordoba models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 89,404 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 P127 VGJ, 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 29 years old, this Seat Cordoba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P127 VGJ?

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What year was P127 VGJ registered?

P127 VGJ is a 1997 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P127 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P127 VGJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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