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SH53 LDJ

2003 Seat Cordoba

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,398 mi
Last recorded93,398 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 LDJ
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 93,398 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front suspension arms, outer bush's, are slightly deteriorated

both sills, inner and outer are slightly corroded

Fail 18 Jan 2020 93,363 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Position lamp not working both front sidelights are out (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light on (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front suspension arms, outer bush's, are slightly deteriorated

both sills, inner and outer are slightly corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2019 76,597 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 66,943 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 61,093 miles

Central Front Inner Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded pipes from pump to rack and also pipes on rack (2.3.2)

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filter ()

Fail 17 Jan 2017 61,093 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Central Front Inner Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded pipes from pump to rack and also pipes on rack (2.3.2)

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filter ()

Pass 21 Jan 2016 58,876 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

Fail 20 Jan 2016 58,876 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

Pass 22 Jan 2015 56,035 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 53,171 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 50,435 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leaks

exhasust rear heat shield insecure

Pass 23 Jan 2012 44,347 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 44,347 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 40,086 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 34,858 miles

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

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

rear brake imbalance of 66 percent

Pass 15 Jan 2009 29,714 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 23,357 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 16,967 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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SH53 LDJ is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SH53 LDJ, 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 SH53 LDJ registered?

SH53 LDJ is a 2003 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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