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BK03 ZJN

2003 Seat Cordoba

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

129,876 mi
Last recorded129,876 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Cordoba73,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 ZJN
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 129,876 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 129,876 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2018 124,742 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 124,742 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 119,516 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 119,516 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 113,311 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 113,309 miles

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

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 103,763 miles

botth side tyre wearing on outeredge

Pass 25 Jun 2014 99,477 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 99,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 92,782 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 92,783 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 86,847 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 86,847 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 79,188 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jun 2011 79,188 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 72,613 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 72,613 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 61,803 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 61,803 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 56,743 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 50,958 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 38,548 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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BK03 ZJN is a 2003 Seat Cordoba in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 BK03 ZJN, 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 BK03 ZJN registered?

BK03 ZJN is a 2003 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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