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BF55 VZH

2005 Seat Cordoba

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

151,796 mi
Last recorded151,796 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Seat Cordoba70,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 VZH
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 151,796 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 151,796 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 144,440 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Sep 2017 144,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front wipers deteriorated but clearing

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% lamp not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 133,684 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 123,654 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 123,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 113,458 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 101,278 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 88,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2011 73,988 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 61,916 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 61,916 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 50,651 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 38,230 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 38,228 miles

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

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

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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BF55 VZH is a 2005 Seat Cordoba in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 BF55 VZH, 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.

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What year was BF55 VZH registered?

BF55 VZH is a 2005 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is BF55 VZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 VZH shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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