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BD05 ZSW

2005 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

145,019 mi
Last recorded145,019 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Seat Ibiza66,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 ZSW
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2023 145,019 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Jul 2022 134,180 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2022 134,178 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 125,547 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Blowing From Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 118,787 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jul 2019 113,609 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside front seat will not fold. nearside seat handle missing

Fail 28 Jun 2019 113,237 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire insecure (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside front seat will not fold. nearside seat handle missing

Pass 29 Jun 2018 105,397 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 86,400 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 81,856 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 81,856 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 76,599 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer skin corroded.

Pass 18 Jun 2013 70,616 miles

Exhaust rear section corroded on outer skin.

Offside rear bumper damaged but still secure.

Fail 18 Jun 2013 70,616 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Engine warning lamp illuminated.

Exhaust rear section corroded on outer skin.

Offside rear bumper damaged but still secure.

Pass 20 Jun 2012 63,246 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 63,246 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 54,471 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 54,471 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 466,827 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 40,762 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

brake pads below half worn

Fail 16 Jun 2009 40,762 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

brake pads below half worn

Pass 12 Jun 2008 31,684 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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BD05 ZSW is a 2005 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 66,305 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 BD05 ZSW, 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 21 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD05 ZSW registered?

BD05 ZSW is a 2005 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is BD05 ZSW safe to buy?

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