Faults:

Washer fluid lines keep disconnecting under the bonnet.

Electric window switches broke at 100k.

Ignition switch is wearing out.

Central locking is 'patchy', often the back doors don't lock/unlock.

Rear windows wind down by themselves (I've heard of this before with other Cordobas)

Fuse box cover (under steering wheel) BROKE OFF due to flimsy plastic hinges & resisted all attemts to repair.

Door locking pins broke easily - I'm down to two out of four, and every Seat in every breakers yard I've visited has been picked clean.

Interior fan will only work on highest speed.

Spoiler split along seam.

General Comments:

At first glance this looks like a big list of things, but I feel it's only fair to say I love this car and have never regretted buying it for a second (despite less than stingy fuel consumption, about 390 miles on a full tank). The majority of these faults are minor and are easily lived with.. although the electric window switch is a pain..

Driving position is kinda low-slung so longer stretches of traffic will cause plenty of aches.

The looks are just about holding good for a car of its age, and the handling & performance are plenty of fun, you will enjoy being in this car.

The age and mileage are making it obvious that I need to replace it soon, but I just can't commit to letting it go just yet.

Overall very reliable...hasn't let me down in 30,000 miles - shines up lovely, but not for the fuel consumption minded.