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S422 DNJ

1998 Seat Cordoba

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,858 mi
Last recorded84,858 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2011
Typical for 1998 Seat Cordoba89,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS422 DNJ
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2011 84,858 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 80,940 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 75,891 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 69,661 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 59,611 miles

all indicator bulbs faded in colour

both front shock absorbers damp

front brake pads wearing low

o/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush shows deterioration

rear brakes noisy in operation

Pass 20 Dec 2006 53,763 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all indicator bulbs faded in colour

Pass 29 Dec 2005 46,297 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

brake hoses aged

exhaust showing age

front discs aged

nail in tyre

o/s/r brakes noisy in operation requires investigation

oil leak

Fail 29 Dec 2005 46,297 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

brake hoses aged

exhaust showing age

front discs aged

nail in tyre

o/s/r brakes noisy in operation requires investigation

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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S422 DNJ is a 1998 Seat Cordoba in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 S422 DNJ, 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 S422 DNJ registered?

S422 DNJ is a 1998 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 21 December 1998.

Is S422 DNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S422 DNJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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