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AD03 LSJ

2003 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,263 mi
Last recorded111,263 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 LSJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 111,263 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 5 Dec 2020 111,252 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2019 110,234 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2018 108,281 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2017 105,437 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Under-trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2016 99,906 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front exhaust flexi joint perished

rear exhaust deteriorated and corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2015 78,179 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Undertrays fitted

Fail 6 Sep 2014 67,592 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

n/s front outer wall slightly kerbed

rear silencer rusty

Pass 6 Sep 2014 67,592 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

n/s front outer wall slightly kerbed

rear silencer rusty

Pass 15 Jun 2013 60,466 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 57,413 miles

Rear exhaust corroded.

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 52,106 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 47,428 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 47,428 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front wipers smearing

Pass 5 Jun 2009 42,617 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

FRont antiroll bar has rub mark present

Front number plate faded and both number plates starting to " crinkle"

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 39,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 36,606 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 29,292 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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AD03 LSJ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AD03 LSJ, 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.

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What year was AD03 LSJ registered?

AD03 LSJ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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