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BD61 VDZ

2011 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,515 mi
Last recorded88,515 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Seat Ibiza63,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD61 VDZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 88,515 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2025 88,512 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 83,530 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 83,526 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 68,693 miles

Rear silencer

Pass 7 Sep 2022 55,999 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 47,796 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 44,580 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 40,776 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 36,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 30,995 miles

engine oil level just above maximum

under car trays fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2017 30,990 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

engine oil level just above maximum

under car trays fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2016 27,766 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 25,198 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 23,016 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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BD61 VDZ is a 2011 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 BD61 VDZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD61 VDZ?

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What year was BD61 VDZ registered?

BD61 VDZ is a 2011 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 22 December 2011.

Is BD61 VDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD61 VDZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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