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AO59 FDM

2009 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

110,069 mi
Last recorded110,069 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 Seat Ibiza66,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 FDM
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 110,069 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 110,059 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 108,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 108,029 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 99,911 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 99,844 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2154017 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2019 93,403 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 83,089 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 72,678 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 58,710 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER FACES (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 45,372 miles

Both rear brake discs are slightly corroded

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 29,075 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Mar 2014 29,075 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2013 15,822 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 15,043 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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AO59 FDM is a 2009 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2009 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 66,138 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 AO59 FDM, 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 17 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO59 FDM registered?

AO59 FDM is a 2009 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 12 December 2009.

Is AO59 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 FDM 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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