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S421 JDP

1998 Seat Cordoba

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

91,000 mi
Last recorded91,000 miles
Recorded on28 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Seat Cordoba89,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS421 JDP
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2013 91,000 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 84,820 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 14 May 2012 84,820 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 84,571 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Drivers Seat tilt Mechanism is defective

Evidence of water loss under vehicle

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Hand brake warning light does not go out

K & N After market air filter fitted

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 81,326 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 81,326 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 79,401 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 76,834 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 76,834 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2007 69,470 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 69,470 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 May 2006 64,101 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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S421 JDP is a 1998 Seat Cordoba in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Seat Cordoba models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 89,330 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S421 JDP, 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 28 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 S421 JDP registered?

S421 JDP is a 1998 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S421 JDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S421 JDP shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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