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BF54 YTZ

2004 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,936 mi
Last recorded71,936 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 YTZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2020 71,936 miles

both rear bump stops perished

front and rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 27 Feb 2020 71,936 miles

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

both rear bump stops perished

front and rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 5 Mar 2019 71,121 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 70,588 miles

different size tyres fitted front to rear

exhaust deteriorated

nearside front seat wont tilt

Pass 9 May 2017 70,006 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 68,190 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 60,992 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 15 Apr 2015 60,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 May 2014 52,656 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 43,990 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 40,769 miles

Advise both front tyres wearing inner edges.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 35,122 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 29,928 miles

Advise handbrake clean and adjust, rear brakes noisey also handbrake slack.

Pass 24 Nov 2009 26,014 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 20,341 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 15,036 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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BF54 YTZ is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BF54 YTZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF54 YTZ registered?

BF54 YTZ is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is BF54 YTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF54 YTZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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