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AE03 YBM

2003 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,840 mi
Last recorded101,840 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 101,840 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 18 Apr 2017 101,840 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 97,624 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 93,786 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 90,058 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Apr 2013 86,130 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 79,779 miles

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

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

nearside front and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Apr 2012 79,779 miles

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

nearside front and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 19 Apr 2011 70,866 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 63,110 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 56,333 miles

nearside and offside front tyres waring on inner edges

Pass 31 Mar 2008 50,368 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 44,630 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 35,630 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 35,380 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

nail in n/s/f and n/s/r tyre

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 YBM is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YBM, 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

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What year was AE03 YBM registered?

AE03 YBM is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is AE03 YBM safe to buy?

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