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BF61 VUY

2011 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,123 mi
Last recorded55,123 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Seat Ibiza63,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF61 VUY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 55,123 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 50,055 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 45,354 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 40,602 miles

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

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

under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2022 40,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2021 37,123 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2021 37,123 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 32,294 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 27,777 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 27,777 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 22,688 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and side wall damage 215 45r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre cracking and side wall worn/damage

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2017 19,587 miles

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

under trays and engine cover fitteds

Pass 10 Sep 2016 18,452 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Sep 2015 16,197 miles

Undertrays fitted

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 9,332 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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BF61 VUY is a 2011 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc 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 BF61 VUY, 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

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What year was BF61 VUY registered?

BF61 VUY is a 2011 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 12 September 2011.

Is BF61 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF61 VUY 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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