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AM53 DWV

2003 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

184,380 mi
Last recorded184,380 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 DWV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 184,380 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 2 Sep 2016 184,330 miles

Brake performance not tested due to leak (3.7.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking inside brake drum (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2015 164,407 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 148,215 miles

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)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 148,215 miles

Nearside 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)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 136,201 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 119,031 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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AM53 DWV is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 AM53 DWV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM53 DWV?

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What year was AM53 DWV registered?

AM53 DWV is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AM53 DWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 DWV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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