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R235 RAU

1997 Seat Cordoba

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,241 mi
Last recorded108,241 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Seat Cordoba89,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR235 RAU
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2010 108,241 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 96,042 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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R235 RAU is a 1997 Seat Cordoba in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R235 RAU, 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 R235 RAU?

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What year was R235 RAU registered?

R235 RAU is a 1997 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R235 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R235 RAU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R235 RAU have outstanding finance?

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