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AJ03 MZE

2003 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,489 mi
Last recorded86,489 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 MZE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2015 86,489 miles

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

slight play in steering

various oil leaks

Fail 27 Jul 2015 86,489 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight play in steering

various oil leaks

Pass 9 Jul 2014 79,819 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 67,883 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 28 Jun 2013 67,871 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 58,275 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 48,688 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 48,688 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 May 2009 44,830 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 44,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2008 35,117 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 30,887 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 30 Aug 2006 23,090 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 22,238 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 22,028 miles

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

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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AJ03 MZE is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AJ03 MZE, 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 AJ03 MZE registered?

AJ03 MZE is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 3 July 2003.

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