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AE03 PFU

2003 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,709 mi
Last recorded84,709 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 PFU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2014 84,709 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 83,701 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 78,953 miles

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

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

engine management light on

nearside rear tyre badly perish on inner wall

rear brakes noisey in operation

Pass 12 Jan 2012 73,689 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)

nearside rear door lock sticking

rear exhaust box deteriating

Pass 6 Jan 2011 68,399 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 63,937 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jan 2010 63,937 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 58,062 miles

advise both front tyres wearing on edges

advise condition of front number plate

Pass 14 Jan 2008 48,229 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 38,803 miles

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

n/s/f brake disc slightly distorted

Pass 22 Mar 2006 31,927 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 PFU is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PFU, 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 AE03 PFU?

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What year was AE03 PFU registered?

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

Is AE03 PFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 PFU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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