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AE03 XZP

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

130,325 mi
Last recorded130,325 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 130,325 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 119,675 miles

Oil leak ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Evidence that anti roll bar has been in contact with body work advise attention.

Fail 5 Apr 2017 119,673 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut inappropriately repaired pinch bolt is the wrong size and does not have a locking device (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Evidence that anti roll bar has been in contact with body work advise attention.

Oil leak ()

Fail 3 Apr 2017 119,651 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported brake hose bracket bolt snapped. (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut inappropriately repaired locating tang not located.pinch-bolt incorrect size and type (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) has been cut by grinder. (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end loose also lock nut severely damaged by grinder.drum stick threads look to be damaged. (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre cut on side wall.

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view interior. (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Mar 2017 119,583 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre cut on side wall.

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view interior. (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 117,070 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 114,172 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 110,576 miles

exhaust rear box outer skin coroded

Pass 24 May 2013 103,911 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 91,773 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 91,672 miles

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

o/s front tyre worn inner edge

o/s rear tyre perished and cracking

Pass 27 May 2011 80,459 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 80,459 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 67,004 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 57,350 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 50,107 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 44,245 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 36,099 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2006 36,099 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 XZP 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 68.4%.

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 XZP, 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 XZP registered?

AE03 XZP is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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