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AO59 SYJ

2009 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

91,768 mi
Last recorded91,768 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Seat Ibiza66,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 SYJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 91,768 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both starting to fade (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen wiper blade defective both starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 88,902 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both starting to fade (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

hand brake travel high

Pass 21 Dec 2023 84,404 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 84,404 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 75,697 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 69,398 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 62,737 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 62,479 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 62,279 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 61,516 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 59,681 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 57,163 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 51,004 miles

rear wiper is noisey

Pass 3 Dec 2013 41,770 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 31,694 miles

Front tyres worn. at wear bars.

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 SYJ is a 2009 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 AO59 SYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO59 SYJ?

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What year was AO59 SYJ registered?

AO59 SYJ is a 2009 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is AO59 SYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 SYJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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