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AJ03 WVV

2003 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,439 mi
Last recorded137,439 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 WVV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 137,439 miles

both front headlamps mounting brackets broken but not insecure

Fail 12 Sep 2020 137,433 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

both front headlamps mounting brackets broken but not insecure

Pass 1 May 2019 132,048 miles

Nearside Rear Brake Binding

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 1 May 2019 132,046 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake Binding

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 May 2018 119,758 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 119,650 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 19 May 2017 112,367 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 107,835 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 104,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2015 104,970 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 96,065 miles

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

Outer skin of rear silencer rusty

Pass 2 May 2013 87,123 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 77,213 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 67,352 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 67,352 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2010 57,723 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2009 55,245 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 50,520 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2008 50,520 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2007 46,142 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 33,950 miles

advise brake fluid cap missing

advise under tray fitted not able to check all testable items

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 WVV is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AJ03 WVV, 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 WVV registered?

AJ03 WVV is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 20 May 2003.

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