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AE53 GOC

2003 Seat Ibiza

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,270 mi
Last recorded57,270 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 GOC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 57,270 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 57,000 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 56,792 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both centre undertrays insecure

Pass 22 Oct 2022 56,506 miles

both front brake discs worn/corroded x2

exhaust back box corroded

rear axle beam corroded

slight corrosion to both front lower suspension arms x2

Fail 19 Oct 2022 56,506 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front brake discs worn/corroded x2

exhaust back box corroded

rear axle beam corroded

slight corrosion to both front lower suspension arms x2

Pass 5 Oct 2021 56,196 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle coil spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Ball joint fixing bolts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle coil spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2021 56,189 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle coil spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Ball joint fixing bolts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle coil spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 55,893 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 55,893 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 55,086 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 53,806 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 52,380 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 52,380 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 50,678 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 49,006 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 47,139 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 45,587 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 43,823 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 41,984 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 40,272 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 37,536 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 34,178 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 29,006 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front wiper blade juddering

Pass 28 Sep 2006 23,963 miles

Service light on ask Brooklands respetion for price

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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AE53 GOC is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE53 GOC, 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 AE53 GOC registered?

AE53 GOC is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is AE53 GOC safe to buy?

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