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AK52 LHX

2002 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,116 mi
Last recorded95,116 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Seat Ibiza67,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 LHX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 95,116 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

suspension parts becoming corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2017 85,056 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

exhaust system corroding.

items removed from drivers vision prior to test.

Fail 18 Jul 2017 84,780 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

exhaust system corroding.

items removed from drivers vision prior to test.

Pass 11 Jul 2016 72,381 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

exhaust system corroding.

items removed from drivers vision prior to test.

Fail 11 Jul 2016 72,380 miles

Nearside 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 Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components.

exhaust system corroding.

items removed from drivers vision prior to test.

Pass 9 Jul 2015 64,129 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2015 64,053 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 59,534 miles

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

front discs worn

n/s/front brake pads worn

Fail 14 Jul 2014 59,534 miles

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

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

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

front discs worn

n/s/front brake pads worn

Pass 15 Jul 2013 54,095 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 54,095 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 53,405 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 51,097 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 51,097 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

headlight aims adjusted at time of test

items in drivers view (removed)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 45,100 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 43,615 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 39,257 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 35,746 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 31,271 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 31,271 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 23,784 miles

advise n/s/r tyre is on legal limit.

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 LHX is a 2002 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AK52 LHX, 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.

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What year was AK52 LHX registered?

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

Is AK52 LHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 LHX shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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