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BN54 RRU

2004 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,067 mi
Last recorded143,067 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 RRU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 143,067 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 144,053 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 18 Feb 2019 143,066 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 131,174 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 131,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both lower arms bushes have had sillicon (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 May 2016 125,300 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 1 May 2015 114,583 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 101,062 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 95,233 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system rear box outer shell has deteriorated caused by corrosion

Pass 19 Aug 2011 88,952 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 81,697 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 72,552 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 62,759 miles

parking brake req' adjustment

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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BN54 RRU is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel 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 BN54 RRU, 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

How do I check the history of BN54 RRU?

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What year was BN54 RRU registered?

BN54 RRU is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 14 October 2004.

Is BN54 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 RRU 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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