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AE03 PBV

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

114,615 mi
Last recorded114,615 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 PBV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 114,615 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2020 114,614 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 104,766 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 91,222 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2018 91,222 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 82,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jul 2016 79,371 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jul 2015 73,838 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 71,933 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 69,872 miles

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box outer layer corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2012 61,861 miles

Exhaust Heavily Corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jul 2012 61,861 miles

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

Exhaust Heavily Corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2011 53,949 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside wiper slightly torn

Pass 5 Jul 2010 49,077 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 49,077 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 41,198 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on inner edge.

Fail 6 Mar 2009 41,198 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on inner edge.

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

Pass 9 Feb 2008 35,963 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 35,963 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 28,434 miles

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

req wheel alignment check

spare tyre worn

Fail 3 Feb 2007 28,434 miles

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

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

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

req wheel alignment check

spare tyre worn

Pass 23 Feb 2006 22,814 miles

offside front tyre scrubbed on inner edge (advise wheel alignment check)

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 PBV is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 PBV, 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 PBV registered?

AE03 PBV is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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