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AO51 FJZ

2001 Seat Ibiza

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

169,548 mi
Last recorded169,548 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 FJZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2014 169,548 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Oct 2014 169,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 166,529 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 156,105 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 144,957 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

centre exhaust clamp broken

Fail 19 Oct 2011 144,947 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

centre exhaust clamp broken

Fail 17 Oct 2011 144,900 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

wiper blade clips loose

Fail 9 Oct 2010 133,014 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 133,014 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 129,464 miles

Offside Inner Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Unable to check rear seat belts,dog cage fitted.

Pass 22 Sep 2008 120,737 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 106,727 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 106,727 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 96,438 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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AO51 FJZ is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2001 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 70,200 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 AO51 FJZ, 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 25 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO51 FJZ registered?

AO51 FJZ is a 2001 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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