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AU53 BVL

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,536 mi
Last recorded97,536 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 BVL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 97,536 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 92,078 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 91,658 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 78,507 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 65,268 miles

Front tyres wearing the inner shoulders, recommend a tracking check

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2011 65,268 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front tyres wearing the inner shoulders, recommend a tracking check

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 61,351 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 51,691 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 38,951 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 27,156 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 21,112 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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AU53 BVL is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AU53 BVL, 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.

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What year was AU53 BVL registered?

AU53 BVL is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is AU53 BVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 BVL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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