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AE03 XXW

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

109,462 mi
Last recorded109,462 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 109,462 miles

Coolant level low in reservoir

NSF wing slightly damaged around wheel arch but unlikley to cause harm

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Power steering pipe from steering rack to reservoir has a misting of fluid (above subframe (2.1.5 (a))

OSR passenger seat back slightly insecure (lower) back rest still secure

Fail 9 Nov 2021 109,452 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Readings showing 1.038 - 1.042 (Limit 1.030 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Exhaust blowing at Mid-section to rear silencer clamp (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant level low in reservoir

NSF wing slightly damaged around wheel arch but unlikley to cause harm

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Power steering pipe from steering rack to reservoir has a misting of fluid (above subframe (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread damaged at one point with a cut on the inner shoulder but not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Central tread worn to approximately 2-3mm remaining and inner shoulder worn (CLOSE TO EXPOSING CORDS / PLY (5.2.3 (e))

OSR passenger seat back slightly insecure (lower) back rest still secure

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 105,793 miles

nearside and off side front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 1 May 2019 101,358 miles

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

Offside Rear seat back slightly loose

Pass 12 Apr 2018 99,218 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 94,381 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 88,901 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 82,641 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 79,931 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2014 79,931 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 79,063 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)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 73,675 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 70,445 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 70,445 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 67,609 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 65,146 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 60,988 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 55,095 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 43,082 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 XXW is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 XXW, 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 XXW registered?

AE03 XXW is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is AE03 XXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 XXW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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