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B3 GKL

2011 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,731 mi
Last recorded111,731 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Seat Ibiza63,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 GKL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 111,731 miles

Coolant leak

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm (Rear bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 105,981 miles

Nearside Rear Light broken lense

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 101,100 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 101,100 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 94,192 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

n/s/f anti-roll bar link ball joint boot worn

Fail 10 Nov 2022 94,188 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

n/s/f anti-roll bar link ball joint boot worn

Pass 11 Nov 2021 85,302 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 77,127 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2019 69,762 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 57,473 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 47,595 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 47,595 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 37,788 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 35,193 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 35,193 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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B3 GKL is a 2011 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2011 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 63,680 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 B3 GKL, 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 15 years old, this Seat Ibiza is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B3 GKL registered?

B3 GKL is a 2011 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is B3 GKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 GKL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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