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AV52 HKY

2002 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,544 mi
Last recorded32,544 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Seat Ibiza67,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 HKY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 32,544 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wing corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 32,542 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wing corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 24,104 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 24,104 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front brake discs corroded

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 23,958 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 23,815 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 23,812 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 23,570 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 23,188 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 22,712 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 22,012 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 21,137 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 19,887 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 18,330 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 18,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 May 2012 16,583 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 16,019 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 15,251 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 15,234 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 13,059 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 11,669 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 9,917 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 8,301 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 8,301 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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AV52 HKY is a 2002 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 67,674 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 AV52 HKY, 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 24 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV52 HKY registered?

AV52 HKY is a 2002 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 September 2002.

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