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AF03 AAE

2003 Seat Ibiza

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,426 mi
Last recorded87,426 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 AAE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 87,426 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 87,020 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 87,018 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 86,955 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 84,357 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2017 84,353 miles

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 80,096 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 79,969 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 75,177 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

flexi section of exhaust deteriorated

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Fail 3 Jun 2015 75,157 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

flexi section of exhaust deteriorated

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 10 Jun 2014 71,202 miles

n/s/f, o/s/f and n/s/r tyres close to limit- all on 3mm

rear silencer delaminated

underbody trays fitted

Fail 10 Jun 2014 71,202 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f, o/s/f and n/s/r tyres close to limit- all on 3mm

rear silencer delaminated

underbody trays fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2013 67,422 miles

Engine management warning lamp on

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 62,390 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2011 57,489 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 52,140 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 47,108 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 40,744 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 40,744 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 May 2007 34,291 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 25,421 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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AF03 AAE is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AF03 AAE, 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 AF03 AAE registered?

AF03 AAE is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is AF03 AAE safe to buy?

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