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AF53 SEY

2003 Seat Ibiza

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

88,996 mi
Last recorded88,996 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 SEY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 88,996 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2016 88,996 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 80,107 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 69,021 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 56,817 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 56,817 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 47,267 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 41,716 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 39,573 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 39,573 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 37,354 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 35,264 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 35,264 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 33,509 miles

both rear tyres wearing low

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Pass 31 Aug 2006 31,183 miles

tyres starting to wear low

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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AF53 SEY is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AF53 SEY, 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

How do I check the history of AF53 SEY?

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What year was AF53 SEY registered?

AF53 SEY is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is AF53 SEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 SEY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF53 SEY have outstanding finance?

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