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VU55 UDE

2005 Seat Cordoba

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,003 mi
Last recorded54,003 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Seat Cordoba70,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 UDE
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2013 54,003 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 45,036 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 24,115 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 24,024 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 4,164 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 87,560 miles

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

offside rear tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Fail 22 Aug 2008 66,703 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 66,703 miles

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

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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VU55 UDE is a 2005 Seat Cordoba in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Seat Cordoba models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 70,304 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 VU55 UDE, 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 21 years old, this Seat Cordoba is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU55 UDE registered?

VU55 UDE is a 2005 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is VU55 UDE safe to buy?

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