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R216 CVV

1997 Seat Cordoba

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,419 mi
Last recorded116,419 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Seat Cordoba89,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR216 CVV
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2008 116,419 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 112,603 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2006 108,980 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2006 108,980 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

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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R216 CVV is a 1997 Seat Cordoba in Yellow with a 1,984cc 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 R216 CVV, 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

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What year was R216 CVV registered?

R216 CVV is a 1997 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R216 CVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R216 CVV 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.

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