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AU03 BJE

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

91,614 mi
Last recorded91,614 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 BJE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 91,614 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear back box corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2020 88,215 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear brake noisy in operation

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2019 82,587 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 76,770 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 May 2017 71,592 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 65,711 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 61,437 miles

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

Nearside rear tyres cracking on inner sidewall

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

Pass 27 May 2014 56,996 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 May 2013 52,882 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 48,518 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 43,237 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 37,461 miles

rear wiper split

Fail 1 Jun 2010 37,461 miles

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

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

rear wiper split

Pass 7 May 2009 25,881 miles

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)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 15,936 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 12,937 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 10,181 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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AU03 BJE is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AU03 BJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU03 BJE registered?

AU03 BJE is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is AU03 BJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 BJE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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