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AE03 VEY

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,203 mi
Last recorded105,203 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2015 105,203 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/f inner edge (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted and undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2014 103,207 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 99,548 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 94,165 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 87,462 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 87,304 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 69,147 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 69,147 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 58,560 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2009 58,560 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 50,475 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 24,963 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 23,729 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 20,527 miles

minor damage to front bumper and drivers door lock

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 VEY is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VEY, 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 VEY registered?

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

Is AE03 VEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 VEY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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