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BF04 XSW

2004 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

140,196 mi
Last recorded140,196 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 XSW
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 140,196 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 133,590 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Dec 2014 128,329 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2014 128,329 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 121,974 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 121,974 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 102,575 miles

Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 84,056 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Nov 2011 84,056 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 74,466 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 48,855 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 37,678 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 26,950 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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BF04 XSW is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 64,720 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 BF04 XSW, 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 22 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF04 XSW registered?

BF04 XSW is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is BF04 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF04 XSW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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