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AK18 TCY

2018 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,117 mi
Last recorded43,117 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Seat Ibiza36,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK18 TCY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 43,117 miles

Central Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill panel. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 34,696 miles

Central Front Lower Brake lever not releasing correctly Lever operation notching / tight. (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Central Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside central lower outer sill creased. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 34,696 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Macpherson strut shock absorber leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Headlamp insecure Dip beam bulb insecure. (4.1.1 (c))

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

Central Front Lower Brake lever not releasing correctly Lever operation notching / tight. (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Central Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside central lower outer sill creased. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread area worn low / outer edges worn smooth. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 27,683 miles

Central Brake lever pivot slightly tight Handbrake lever operation notching. Lever linkage / cable fault. (1.1.1 (a))

Central Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill central area has slight damage / bent. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2024 27,683 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tread area perished / cracking. Side wall to tread area delaminating. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Brake lever pivot slightly tight Handbrake lever operation notching. Lever linkage / cable fault. (1.1.1 (a))

Central Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill central area has slight damage / bent. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 22,176 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing and starting to split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 21,877 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen in an unacceptable condition large crack in windscreen (3.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing and starting to split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 16,461 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 12,472 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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AK18 TCY is a 2018 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 36,547 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 AK18 TCY, 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 8 years old, this Seat Ibiza is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK18 TCY registered?

AK18 TCY is a 2018 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 4 June 2018.

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