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AD03 LUA

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

54,309 mi
Last recorded54,309 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 LUA
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 54,309 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 52,029 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 52,027 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 May 2017 48,224 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 48,224 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 May 2016 44,941 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 41,039 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 35,882 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 30,483 miles

o/s and n/s front rear wishbone bush split

travel on handbrake

Pass 14 May 2012 27,535 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 27,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 23,884 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 21,453 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 20,312 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (3.6.E.3)

Pass 8 May 2009 20,312 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 18,807 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 18,804 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 17,239 miles

o/s and n/s front rear wishbone bush split

o/s front tyre low on tread worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Jul 2006 15,510 miles

o/s and n/s front rear wishbone bush split

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

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 LUA is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LUA, 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

How do I check the history of AD03 LUA?

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What year was AD03 LUA registered?

AD03 LUA is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is AD03 LUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 LUA shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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