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AU04 AKX

2004 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,519 mi
Last recorded96,519 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 AKX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 96,519 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 88,002 miles

rear exhaust deterated but not blowing.

Pass 27 Mar 2013 76,853 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 58,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front brakes discs thin but not to excess

Pass 5 Apr 2012 58,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brakes discs thin but not to excess

Pass 7 Apr 2011 45,449 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 37,742 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 37,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 30,805 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 20,344 miles

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)

Fail 20 Feb 2008 20,344 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Fail 21 Jun 2007 16,773 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 16,773 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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AU04 AKX is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AU04 AKX, 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 AU04 AKX registered?

AU04 AKX is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 June 2004.

Is AU04 AKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 AKX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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