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AU04 APX

2004 Seat Ibiza

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,768 mi
Last recorded72,768 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 APX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013 72,768 miles

Both rear shock absorber bump stops are perished

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust system rusty

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front brake discs corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front inner wing corroded

Nearside headlamp has condensation

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front inner wing has corrosion

Rear axle corroded

Fail 11 Apr 2013 72,767 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Both rear shock absorber bump stops are perished

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust system rusty

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front brake discs corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front inner wing corroded

Nearside headlamp has condensation

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front inner wing has corrosion

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear axle corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2012 71,779 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 70,101 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust corroded in places

Front screen chipped

Front tyres worn on edges

N/S/R Bump stop worn

O/S/R Bump stop broken

Wishbone bushes splitting

Fail 5 May 2010 68,330 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror not clearly visible from the drivers seat or incapable of being adjusted to be clearly visible from the driver's seat (8.1.1d)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

full seat belt check not carried out, child seat fitted to right rear

right rear bump stop broken

Pass 5 May 2010 68,330 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

full seat belt check not carried out, child seat fitted to right rear

right rear bump stop broken

Fail 5 May 2009 60,385 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2009 60,385 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 51,542 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

right rear bump stop broken

Pass 8 May 2007 40,430 miles

front tyres wearing on edges of tread

n/s rear tyre wearing low

stone chip in front screen

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 APX is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 64,720 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AU04 APX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU04 APX registered?

AU04 APX is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 22 May 2004.

Is AU04 APX safe to buy?

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