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AO02 HSJ

2002 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,840 mi
Last recorded105,840 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Seat Ibiza67,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 HSJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 105,840 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 May 2013 105,810 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 96,994 miles

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

Offside rear brake has slight bind

Pass 3 Jun 2011 96,331 miles

Both front brake discs corroded

Fail 18 May 2011 96,325 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)

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

Both front discs corroded

Engine management light on

Pass 30 Jul 2010 90,210 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 72,935 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 72,935 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 62,773 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2007 55,083 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 51,030 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2006 51,030 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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AO02 HSJ is a 2002 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AO02 HSJ, 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 AO02 HSJ registered?

AO02 HSJ is a 2002 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 9 March 2002.

Is AO02 HSJ safe to buy?

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