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BD61 VDY

2011 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

85,227 mi
Last recorded85,227 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2011 Seat Ibiza63,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD61 VDY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 85,227 miles

Engine oil added before test

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2023 85,227 miles

Central Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Engine oil added before test

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

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 78,625 miles

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill panel damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp back cover missing

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 11 May 2022 78,625 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill panel damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp back cover missing

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 May 2021 72,521 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front headlight damaged

Fail 11 May 2021 72,521 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front headlight damaged

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

Pass 9 May 2020 63,136 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 May 2020 63,130 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 53,187 miles

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

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

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

Offside headlight damaged

Pass 28 Dec 2017 45,304 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Nov 2016 37,982 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 30,526 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 24,212 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

wire from battery possibly to cause a short on innerwing

Pass 26 Nov 2014 24,212 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

wire from battery possibly to cause a short on innerwing

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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BD61 VDY is a 2011 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BD61 VDY, 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 BD61 VDY registered?

BD61 VDY is a 2011 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is BD61 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD61 VDY shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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