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FM53 SVN

2004 Seat Cordoba

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

152,901 mi
Last recorded152,901 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Seat Cordoba75,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 SVN
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 152,901 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 152,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 147,396 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backe box (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2016 147,388 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backe box (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 138,769 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 124,931 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2013 113,446 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 102,980 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 14 May 2011 93,279 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 88,371 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 80,921 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 72,608 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2007 51,530 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 51,530 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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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FM53 SVN is a 2004 Seat Cordoba in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Seat Cordoba models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 75,132 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 FM53 SVN, 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 22 years old, this Seat Cordoba is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM53 SVN?

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What year was FM53 SVN registered?

FM53 SVN is a 2004 Seat Cordoba, first registered on 23 February 2004.

Is FM53 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 SVN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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