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V951 DYJ

1999 Seat Cordoba S

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,273 mi
Last recorded102,273 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2008
Typical for 1999 Seat Cordoba S71,249 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV951 DYJ
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba S
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2008 102,273 miles

Oil leak

offside rear clip missing on brake hose

Fail 6 Nov 2008 102,273 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

offside rear clip missing on brake hose

Pass 19 Dec 2007 96,175 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 96,147 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 85,466 miles

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

both front wings dented

brake pedal feels slightly `spongy` when used

clutch pedal heavy at time of test

n/s/f headlamp aim on lower limit

n/s/f tyre very low tread outer edge (1mm)

oil on sump of engine - no leaks at time of test

rear exhaust silencer rattling and centre silencer slightly at time of test

small crack in front number plate but secure at time of test

small exhaust blow from joint between catalyst and centre section

stone chips in windscreen but all below limits at time of test

tyres 17570R14T n/s/f 3mm o/s/f 4mm n/s/r 5mm o/s/r 6mm

Pass 20 Dec 2005 72,421 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Cordoba S?

Based on 604 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
7,060
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 66
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 36
Direction indicator incorrect colour 34
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 34
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22
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V951 DYJ is a 1999 Seat Cordoba S in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Seat Cordoba S models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 71,249 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Cordoba S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V951 DYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Cordoba S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Seat Cordoba S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V951 DYJ registered?

V951 DYJ is a 1999 Seat Cordoba S, first registered on 29 October 1999.

Is V951 DYJ safe to buy?

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