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AK52 LHR

2002 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

104,213 mi
Last recorded104,213 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Seat Ibiza67,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 LHR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 104,213 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 104,152 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 102,144 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 99,471 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2023 99,471 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 97,379 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 24 Oct 2022 97,379 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2021 95,857 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 95,806 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2020 93,984 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 92,187 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 89,081 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 86,651 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 84,226 miles

outer skin of rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 17 Oct 2016 84,195 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nearside & offside front lower wishbone rear bushes have slight play

outer skin of rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 22 Oct 2015 81,005 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2015 80,976 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 74,719 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 68,162 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 62,801 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Instrument panel indicates service due

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 56,951 miles

Anti-roll bar guide rings each side broken but no play in anti-roll bar at time of test

Could not carry out full inspection of the nearside rear seat/seatbelt due to child seat fitted at time of test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside rear tyre cracking

Offside front seatbelt starting to fray

Offside rear tyre cracking

Reverse light incorrect colour

Pass 25 Oct 2010 45,943 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 38,305 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 28,792 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 23,212 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 14,710 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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AK52 LHR is a 2002 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 67,674 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 AK52 LHR, 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 24 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK52 LHR registered?

AK52 LHR is a 2002 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is AK52 LHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 LHR shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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