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AF03 FVJ

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

97,447 mi
Last recorded97,447 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 97,447 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 7 Jun 2018 97,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2017 90,791 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both front (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 84,466 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 4 Jun 2016 84,466 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 76,865 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust is slightly deteriorated

Fail 3 Jun 2015 76,865 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust is slightly deteriorated

Fail 17 May 2014 68,448 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust is slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 May 2014 68,448 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust is slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2013 59,713 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside and nearside rear tyres side walls are slightly damaged

rear exhaust is slightly deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2012 50,903 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside and nearside rear tyres side walls are slightly damaged

rear exhaust is slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2011 46,196 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 46,196 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2010 41,345 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre side wall is slightly damaged

offside front tyre is bald on the inside edge

Pass 30 May 2009 35,913 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 31,203 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre has got slight side wall damage

Pass 26 May 2007 25,967 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 25,967 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 22,411 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 FVJ 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 FVJ, 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 FVJ registered?

AF03 FVJ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is AF03 FVJ safe to buy?

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