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SEAT Cordoba

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T42 LBLMOT history

T42 LBL is a blue petrol SEAT Cordoba first used on 17 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 69,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
69,984 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 LBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
SEAT
Model
Cordoba
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 LBL was last recorded at 69,984 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 6,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,096 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,888 miles
Average per year
2,662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,984 miles
  • 2024 – 63,096 miles
  • 2023 – 53,030 miles
  • 2022 – 48,890 miles
  • 2021 – 36,520 miles
  • 2020 – 31,882 miles
  • 2019 – 31,212 miles
  • 2018 – 30,346 miles
  • 2017 – 29,653 miles
  • 2016 – 28,981 miles
  • 2015 – 28,203 miles
  • 2014 – 27,294 miles
  • 2013 – 26,479 miles
  • 2012 – 25,419 miles
  • 2011 – 24,324 miles
  • 2010 – 23,687 miles
  • 2009 – 22,883 miles
  • 2008 – 21,680 miles
  • 2007 – 19,671 miles
  • 2006 – 17,821 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,984 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Wheel bearing has slight play both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,984 miles (+6,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    69,984 miles
    Test number
    335590418385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass63,096 miles (+10,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    63,096 miles
    Test number
    453520765524
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass53,030 miles (+4,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    53,030 miles
    Test number
    583191954883
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear footwell slightly corroded around drain plug

  4. Pass48,890 miles (+12,370)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    48,890 miles
    Test number
    289469364041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side lipped /worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive possibly from rocker cover gasket, needs attention (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides MacPherson strut (top mount) slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy and both sides rear wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass36,520 miles (+4,638)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    36,520 miles
    Test number
    443264718841
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive needs attention (needs diagnostic) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides Macpherson strut top mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall and outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass31,882 miles (+670)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    31,882 miles
    Test number
    292388261320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre shoulders worn thin.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy and small amount of play. (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBothside front machperson strut top mounting bush/bearing significant amount of play.
    • AdvisoryCamcover gasket seeping oil, should replace.

  7. Pass31,212 miles (+866)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    31,212 miles
    Test number
    198783921507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,346 miles (+693)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    30,346 miles
    Test number
    529556151553
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Pass29,653 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    29,653 miles
    Test number
    818796559031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,981 miles (+778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,981 miles
    Test number
    392329059994
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust covers split

  11. Pass28,203 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,203 miles
    Test number
    189842885050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber dust covers split
    • NoteBrake limiter valve sized

  12. Fail28,203 miles (+909)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,203 miles
    Test number
    678328675091
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber dust covers split
    • NoteBrake limiter valve sized

  13. Pass27,294 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    27,294 miles
    Test number
    808834884094
    • NoteOffside front shock absorber dust cover broken

  14. Fail27,294 miles (+815)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,294 miles
    Test number
    908854084017
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOffside front shock absorber dust cover broken

  15. Pass26,479 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,479 miles
    Test number
    247515403175
    • NoteO/s wiper starting to split
    • NoteO/s/f shock absorber dust cover broken

  16. Fail26,479 miles (+1,060)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,479 miles
    Test number
    927145803164
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/s wiper starting to split
    • NoteO/s/f shock absorber dust cover broken

  17. Pass25,419 miles (+1,095)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,419 miles
    Test number
    828651502199
    • NoteO/s/f shock absorber cover broken

  18. Pass24,324 miles (+637)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,324 miles
    Test number
    718954701109
    • NoteO/s/f shock absorber dust cover split
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low on inner edge

  19. Pass23,687 miles (+804)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    23,687 miles
    Test number
    252685300472
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing lower on inner edge

  20. Pass22,883 miles (+1,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    22,883 miles
    Test number
    914840519102
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass21,680 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    21,680 miles
    Test number
    791962718110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,671 miles (+1,850)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,671 miles
    Test number
    790923717104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,821 miles
    Test number
    790528406119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T42 LBL

Does T42 LBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T42 LBL is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T42 LBL?
The MOT on T42 LBL is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T42 LBL done?
T42 LBL was recorded at 69,984 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 2,662 miles a year.
Has T42 LBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 LBL has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2015.
Has the mileage on T42 LBL 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 T42 LBL find?
T42 LBL passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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