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AO54 LXP

2004 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

111,524 mi
Last recorded111,524 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 LXP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 111,524 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 111,524 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wing (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 106,712 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 96,687 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 89,386 miles

reverse lamp not working

Fail 22 Nov 2014 89,385 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

reverse lamp not working

Pass 2 Nov 2013 81,806 miles

Exhaust back box corroded

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

Oil leak from sump

Fail 2 Nov 2013 81,806 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)

Exhaust back box corroded

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

Oil leak from sump

Pass 10 Nov 2012 75,912 miles

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

Oil leak

exhaust rear box slightly corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2012 75,912 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

exhaust rear box slightly corroded

Fail 17 Nov 2011 71,347 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 71,347 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 65,851 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 58,172 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 58,172 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)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 53,515 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 47,779 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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AO54 LXP is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2004 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 64,720 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 AO54 LXP, 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 22 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO54 LXP registered?

AO54 LXP is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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