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A1 JVT

2003 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,437 mi
Last recorded142,437 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 JVT
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 142,437 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 138,576 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 135,655 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

no rear seats fitted

Pass 7 May 2022 132,208 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

vehicle underbody covered in waxoyl

Pass 11 May 2021 127,317 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components.

Vehicle underbody covered in black waxoyl

Pass 26 Sep 2018 117,002 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 28 Sep 2017 107,642 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 97,831 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 84,281 miles

Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

items removed from drivers view

Pass 16 Sep 2014 73,518 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 70,483 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 66,815 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 62,955 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 58,347 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 54,141 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 48,463 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 39,396 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 31,839 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?

Based on 3,964,856 MOT tests across 342,511 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,230
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
342,511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 119,614
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,702
Stop lamp not working 50,601
position lamp(s) not working 45,153
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 43,548
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A1 JVT is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 66,903 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 119,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A1 JVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A1 JVT registered?

A1 JVT is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is A1 JVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 JVT shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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