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BJ55 FTD

2005 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

125,972 mi
Last recorded125,972 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Seat Ibiza66,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 FTD
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 125,972 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 111,192 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 97,436 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 84,576 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 84,576 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2013 70,772 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 56,920 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 44,533 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 32,375 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 16,886 miles

Both front discs slightly corroded

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 11,399 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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BJ55 FTD is a 2005 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 66,305 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 BJ55 FTD, 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 21 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 BJ55 FTD registered?

BJ55 FTD is a 2005 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is BJ55 FTD safe to buy?

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