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AV52 MVG

2003 Seat Ibiza

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,830 mi
Last recorded143,830 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 MVG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 143,830 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 103,306 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Feb 2016 92,822 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 87,751 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 87,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 86,341 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 80,971 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 80,971 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 Feb 2012 74,402 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 64,847 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres worn on inner edges and offside front has side wall damage

Pass 26 Jan 2011 64,847 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front tyres worn on inner edges and offside front has side wall damage

Pass 10 Feb 2010 58,318 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 51,710 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 46,614 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 46,614 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 May 2007 39,506 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 39,506 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 May 2006 26,704 miles

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

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 MVG is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AV52 MVG, 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 AV52 MVG registered?

AV52 MVG is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is AV52 MVG safe to buy?

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