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AF03 DPX

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

107,720 mi
Last recorded107,720 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 DPX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 107,720 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play o/s front (2.5.A.3c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s front inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Apr 2018 107,529 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play o/s front (2.5.A.3c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s front inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 103,288 miles

rear exhaust coroding

front pipe flexy weak

Pass 29 Apr 2016 101,468 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 101,467 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak n/s rear (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 99,644 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

exhaust flexi damaged and deteriorated

oil leak

oil level below min (topped up)

Fail 27 Apr 2015 99,644 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

exhaust flexi damaged and deteriorated

oil leak

oil level below min (topped up)

wipers poor

Pass 24 Apr 2014 90,176 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 86,231 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 May 2013 86,231 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 80,251 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 74,607 miles

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

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

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

front discs worn

Pass 12 May 2010 66,626 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Apr 2009 58,719 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Apr 2009 58,673 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 May 2008 51,531 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2007 43,566 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 43,214 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 May 2006 37,126 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 DPX 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 AF03 DPX, 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 AF03 DPX registered?

AF03 DPX is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 9 May 2003.

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