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AU09 XUE

2009 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

106,938 mi
Last recorded106,938 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Seat Ibiza66,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 XUE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 106,938 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 106,938 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm NSF, NSR AND OSR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 99,233 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner ball joint on trackrod arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 90,648 miles

Both outer CV boots small tear but not allowing ingress of dirt

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has light misting of oil

Fail 20 Aug 2021 90,647 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has light misting of oil

Pass 4 Sep 2020 86,537 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 82,069 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 71,965 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 62,418 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 55,257 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 50,040 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 50,040 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 39,045 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 31,846 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 25,983 miles

Both front shock absorber dust gaiters shredded

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

Fail 27 Mar 2013 25,983 miles

Both front shock absorber dust gaiters shredded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 19,338 miles

Front brakes only just met the front brake imbalance requirements. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 23 Mar 2012 19,338 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Off side front tyre damaged to the tread

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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AU09 XUE is a 2009 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 AU09 XUE, 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.

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What year was AU09 XUE registered?

AU09 XUE is a 2009 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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