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AR07 EFS

2007 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

135,982 mi
Last recorded135,982 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Seat Ibiza65,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 EFS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Nov 2024 135,982 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on inside edge

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

Offside Rear shock absorber leaking

Offside Rear tyre wearing smooth on inside edge

Pass 29 Nov 2023 131,596 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 126,222 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside n/plate light dim

Pass 1 Dec 2021 121,496 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 101,869 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 101,830 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2019 92,892 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 88,182 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 87,184 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 78,236 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 72,404 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 64,092 miles

both rear tyres close to wear bars

Pass 28 May 2013 55,163 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 55,163 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 46,032 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack in tread/on sidewalls

Pass 11 May 2011 36,450 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 28,310 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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AR07 EFS is a 2007 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 65,789 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 AR07 EFS, 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 19 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AR07 EFS registered?

AR07 EFS is a 2007 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 May 2007.

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The MOT history for AR07 EFS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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