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AE03 JHL

2003 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

67,314 mi
Last recorded67,314 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 JHL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 67,314 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 64,585 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 63,561 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2015 62,127 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2015 62,127 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 59,769 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 55,585 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 51,748 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

front brakepads 3/4 worn

front tyres worn heavy on inner edges

Pass 31 May 2011 43,927 miles

Could not carry out full inspection of rear seatbelts/seats due to child seats fitted at time of test

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

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

Rear washer inoperative

Slight oil leak visible on the offside front suspension strut

Pass 18 May 2010 37,552 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 37,551 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 33,257 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 29,438 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 25,848 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 22,613 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 JHL is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AE03 JHL, 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 JHL registered?

AE03 JHL is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is AE03 JHL safe to buy?

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