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XAZ 3890

1998 Seat Cordoba SE

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

170,631 mi
Last recorded170,631 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Seat Cordoba SE80,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAZ 3890
MakeSeat
ModelCordoba SE
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2024 170,631 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2023 170,246 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 168,197 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 166,889 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2021 166,882 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 160,443 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 158,986 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Cordoba SE?

Based on 728 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
7,272
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45
Direction indicator incorrect colour 44
Stop lamp not working 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 38
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XAZ 3890 is a 1998 Seat Cordoba SE in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Seat Cordoba SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 80,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Cordoba SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAZ 3890, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Cordoba SE typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Seat Cordoba SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAZ 3890?

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What year was XAZ 3890 registered?

XAZ 3890 is a 1998 Seat Cordoba SE, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is XAZ 3890 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAZ 3890 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAZ 3890 have outstanding finance?

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