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AU54 XEC

2004 Seat Ibiza

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,673 mi
Last recorded134,673 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 XEC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 134,673 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

coolant level low

Pass 15 Sep 2017 125,846 miles

exhaust is deteriorating and has a minor leak of gases

offside front top suspension mounting is noisey on lock to lock

Pass 12 Sep 2016 113,770 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wish bone securing bolt is a lot shorter than o/s/f,but is present and secure.

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

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

rear exhaust silencer casing deteriorated

Fail 12 Sep 2016 113,770 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wish bone securing bolt is a lot shorter than o/s/f,but is present and secure.

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear exhaust silencer casing deteriorated

Pass 29 Sep 2015 105,615 miles

slight rear brake imbalance

Fail 29 Sep 2015 105,615 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre pipe (7.1.1)

slight rear brake imbalance

Pass 30 Sep 2014 94,020 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

centre and rear silencer deteriorated.

Pass 10 Oct 2013 83,014 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 69,518 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 56,685 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 44,564 miles

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 33,681 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,872 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2008 23,872 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 13,112 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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AU54 XEC is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AU54 XEC, 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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AU54 XEC is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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