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BN54 SZR

2004 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,545 mi
Last recorded98,545 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 SZR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2020 98,545 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 98,497 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 96,001 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 88,523 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2017 88,523 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 81,014 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch corroded

Nearside Front wiper split but still clears screen

Offside Front wheel arch corroded

Offside Front wiper worn but still clear screen

Pass 9 Mar 2015 78,332 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 76,565 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 72,816 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 67,894 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 60,125 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 51,899 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 51,899 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 37,178 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 19 Mar 2008 23,501 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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BN54 SZR is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SZR, 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 BN54 SZR registered?

BN54 SZR is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is BN54 SZR safe to buy?

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