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BN05 BNV

2005 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,248 mi
Last recorded97,248 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Seat Ibiza66,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 BNV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 97,248 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 87,854 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 79,513 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 72,011 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 72,011 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 63,728 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 63,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 59,867 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 55,062 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 55,062 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 50,238 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 46,619 miles

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

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

near sidr tyre worn on inner edge

off side tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Aug 2010 40,955 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 40,945 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2009 34,710 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 25,796 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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BN05 BNV is a 2005 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN05 BNV, 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.

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What year was BN05 BNV registered?

BN05 BNV is a 2005 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is BN05 BNV safe to buy?

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