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P161 UFU

1997 Seat Cordoba

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,557 mi
Last recorded82,557 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Seat Cordoba89,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP161 UFU
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2008 82,557 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 82,557 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 82,430 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 78,377 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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P161 UFU is a 1997 Seat Cordoba in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P161 UFU, 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 P161 UFU?

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What year was P161 UFU registered?

P161 UFU is a 1997 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P161 UFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P161 UFU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P161 UFU have outstanding finance?

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