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RN52 FDJ

2003 Seat Cordoba

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

166,591 mi
Last recorded166,591 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 FDJ
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 166,591 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear lamp damaged but still reflective

nearside rear lower reflector missing

Pass 20 Jan 2015 165,623 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 140,697 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine oil low

Pass 3 Jan 2013 114,330 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 101,981 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 4 Jan 2012 101,981 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 90,943 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 80,052 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 80,052 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 68,384 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 67,879 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 58,745 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2007 58,745 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 48,861 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 37,680 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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RN52 FDJ is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Seat Cordoba models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 73,606 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 RN52 FDJ, 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 23 years old, this Seat Cordoba is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RN52 FDJ registered?

RN52 FDJ is a 2003 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is RN52 FDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN52 FDJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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