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Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI reliable? We analysed 81 real MOT tests across 119 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 81 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
98.8%
Typical Mileage
38,253mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI.

Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
38,253 mi
75th Percentile
51,460 mi
95th Percentile
86,080 mi
Max Recorded
120,736 mi

How Does the Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI THIS CAR 98.8% 81 38,253 mi — yrs
Seat Ibiza 73.7% 3,964,856 60,259 mi 31 yrs
Seat Leon 78% 3,000,659 70,859 mi 26 yrs
Seat Alhambra 72.5% 690,916 95,606 mi 30 yrs
Dacia Sandero Expression Tce Auto 86.5% 215 18,827 mi — yrs

Compared to the Seat Ibiza (73.7% pass rate) and the Seat Leon (78.0% pass rate), the Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI?

The Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI has an overall MOT pass rate of 98.8% across 81 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI reliable?
Based on 81 MOT tests, the Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI has a 98.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Seat Ibiza FR Sport TSI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.