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AE03 JBU

2003 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,259 mi
Last recorded153,259 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 JBU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 153,259 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 183,901 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 122,006 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both front tyres have wear on inner edge

Fail 1 Jun 2013 122,006 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres have wear on inner edge

Pass 9 Jun 2012 112,992 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2012 112,991 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 102,949 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 102,949 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 95,234 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 87,040 miles

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 May 2008 80,809 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 30 May 2008 80,809 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 72,389 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 72,389 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Inner Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 59,992 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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AE03 JBU is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE03 JBU, 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 AE03 JBU registered?

AE03 JBU is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 20 March 2003.

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