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SEAT Cordoba

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T357 RVLMOT history

T357 RVL is a red petrol SEAT Cordoba first used on 27 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 77,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2025
Mileage
77,613 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T357 RVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Cordoba
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T357 RVL was last recorded at 77,613 miles on 11 Apr 2025, 2,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,720 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2,893 miles
Average per year
2,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,613 miles
  • 2024 – 74,720 miles
  • 2023 – 71,303 miles
  • 2022 – 68,456 miles
  • 2021 – 65,634 miles
  • 2020 – 62,952 miles
  • 2019 – 59,494 miles
  • 2018 – 55,046 miles
  • 2017 – 50,708 miles
  • 2016 – 48,444 miles
  • 2015 – 47,783 miles
  • 2014 – 45,942 miles
  • 2013 – 43,202 miles
  • 2012 – 41,187 miles
  • 2011 – 40,453 miles
  • 2010 – 38,431 miles
  • 2009 – 36,255 miles
  • 2008 – 34,489 miles
  • 2007 – 32,010 miles
  • 2006 – 30,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail77,613 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged TO HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail77,613 miles (+2,893)2 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,613 miles
    Test number
    750589758367
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged TO HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass74,720 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,720 miles
    Test number
    383789656078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail74,720 miles (+3,417)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,720 miles
    Test number
    977964738022
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass71,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    71,303 miles
    Test number
    726079110665
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUSPENSION TOPS WORN

  5. Fail71,303 miles (+2,847)2 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,303 miles
    Test number
    621996206779
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUSPENSION TOPS WORN

  6. Pass68,456 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    864817177838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,455 miles (+2,821)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,455 miles
    Test number
    911957085791
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO CYLINDER (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO CYLINDER (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass65,634 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    65,634 miles
    Test number
    104003237684
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint before centre box and outlet end of centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to wheel cylinder at flexi end (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail65,625 miles (+2,673)4 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,625 miles
    Test number
    624728988431
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO CYLINDER (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO CYLINDER (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass62,952 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    62,952 miles
    Test number
    697812324329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail62,952 miles (+3,458)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,952 miles
    Test number
    622845589856
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass59,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,494 miles
    Test number
    829550449350
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has slight cracking in walls

  13. Fail59,494 miles (+4,448)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,494 miles
    Test number
    250173619710
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has slight cracking in walls

  14. Pass55,046 miles (+4,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    55,046 miles
    Test number
    375780953487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass50,708 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    50,708 miles
    Test number
    338339668931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Fail50,707 miles (+2,263)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,707 miles
    Test number
    253233947509
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass48,444 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    48,444 miles
    Test number
    183201186806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,783 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,783 miles
    Test number
    796212145018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,942 miles (+2,740)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,942 miles
    Test number
    348314144002
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteF/n/s tyre slightly worn on inner edge

  20. Pass43,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    43,202 miles
    Test number
    166588833475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,202 miles (+2,015)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,202 miles
    Test number
    179298133458
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass41,187 miles (+734)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,187 miles
    Test number
    847015842061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,453 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,453 miles
    Test number
    156027941036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,431 miles (+2,176)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    38,431 miles
    Test number
    392562640054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,255 miles (+1,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,255 miles
    Test number
    233096039094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass34,489 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    34,489 miles
    Test number
    203776748028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail34,487 miles (+2,477)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,487 miles
    Test number
    130415848053
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass32,010 miles (+1,838)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,010 miles
    Test number
    503182737006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,172 miles
    Test number
    141151456060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T357 RVL

Does T357 RVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T357 RVL expired on 8 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T357 RVL?
The MOT on T357 RVL expired on 8 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T357 RVL done?
T357 RVL was recorded at 77,613 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2025, an average of 2,479 miles a year.
Has T357 RVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T357 RVL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T357 RVL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T357 RVL find?
T357 RVL failed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 10 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 10 more.

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