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AF03 DSZ

2003 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,975 mi
Last recorded105,975 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 DSZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 105,975 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 102,630 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2018 102,630 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 100,471 miles

Nearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 97,544 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Jul 2016 97,544 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 95,471 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 91,710 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Jul 2013 88,005 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear exhuast box starting to corrod

Pass 6 Jul 2013 88,005 miles

rear exhuast box starting to corrod

Pass 14 Jul 2012 83,326 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

back box outer skin corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2011 77,750 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2011 77,750 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2010 70,621 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine light on

oil leaking onto alternater

Fail 20 Jun 2009 63,575 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 63,575 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 49,472 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 49,472 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 39,950 miles

o/s side mirror damaged

Fail 13 Jun 2006 23,901 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 23,901 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 DSZ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DSZ, 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 DSZ registered?

AF03 DSZ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 3 June 2003.

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