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AE51 KXS

2001 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

60,079 mi
Last recorded60,079 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 KXS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 60,079 miles

damage to the osf door area

Fail 20 Nov 2020 60,079 miles

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

damage to the osf door area

Pass 8 Nov 2019 54,068 miles

Both front tyres worn to limit on edges

Pass 24 Oct 2018 50,492 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured ns/os (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall deteriorating (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear facing control arm bush starting to deteriorate/separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall deteriorating (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 49,275 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured ns/os (1.4.A.2f)

Front tyres splitting/aged

Front windscreen wiper blades smearing[18/21"]

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

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 48,104 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured ns/os (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

nsf/osf tyres splitting/aged[185/60R14-82H]

nsf/osf[rear facing] wishbone bushes starting to deteriorate

Fail 26 Oct 2016 48,104 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured ns/os (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working BULBRU380 fitted (1.2.1b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

nsf/osf tyres splitting/aged[185/60R14-82H]

nsf/osf[rear facing] wishbone bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 28 Oct 2015 47,000 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured ns/os (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

nsf/osf tyres aged/splitting***185/60R14-82H***

Fail 24 Oct 2015 46,980 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm flat spot***185/60R14-82H*** (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall[OE]***185/60R14-82H*** (4.1.D.1b)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured ns/os (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

nsf/osf tyres aged/splitting***185/60R14-82H***

Pass 23 Oct 2014 45,451 miles

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

advanced wear on both front tyres.

both rear tyres perrished and cracked.

Pass 16 Oct 2013 42,766 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 39,806 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 36,401 miles

Front pads low

Pass 20 Oct 2010 31,746 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 27,081 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 27,081 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 22,192 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 18,381 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 13,651 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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AE51 KXS is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 70,200 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 AE51 KXS, 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 25 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE51 KXS?

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What year was AE51 KXS registered?

AE51 KXS is a 2001 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is AE51 KXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 KXS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE51 KXS have outstanding finance?

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