MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
109,462 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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))
nearside and off side front tyres wearing inner edge
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear seat back slightly loose
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)
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)
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)
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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
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)
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?
Based on 3,964,856 MOT tests across 342,511 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of AE03 XXW?
You can check the full history of AE03 XXW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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.
Does AE03 XXW have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AE03 XXW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.