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AO53 VXJ

2003 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

58,682 mi
Last recorded58,682 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 VXJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 58,682 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear shocker dust covers dropped down

Pass 15 Jan 2016 56,622 miles

both rear shocker dust covers dropped down

Fail 14 Jan 2016 56,617 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both rear shocker dust covers dropped down

Pass 5 Feb 2015 54,920 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 54,920 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 51,126 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 42,672 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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 31 Jan 2012 37,070 miles

advise both rear tyres slight cracking on side walls

Pass 24 Jan 2011 34,068 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 34,067 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fnt discs corroded.binding slightly.

Pass 25 Jan 2010 32,632 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 25,686 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 25,686 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 20,654 miles

condensation in nearside headight

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Pass 7 Dec 2006 19,715 miles

no audible tall-tale on indicators

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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AO53 VXJ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AO53 VXJ, 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.

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What year was AO53 VXJ registered?

AO53 VXJ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is AO53 VXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 VXJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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