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BN57 EWU

2007 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

98,774 mi
Last recorded98,774 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 Seat Ibiza65,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 EWU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 98,774 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 93,064 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak Suspected water pump failure ()

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Underbody and suspension components has general surface rust including exhaust system

Pass 24 Aug 2022 86,112 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 86,112 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 80,019 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 80,015 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2020 72,095 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 72,091 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2019 68,416 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2019 68,416 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 59,518 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 44,806 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 44,806 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 35,446 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 May 2016 35,446 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 May 2015 26,464 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 25,556 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 25,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 22,506 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 18,926 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 16,789 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 13,768 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 13,768 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BN57 EWU is a 2007 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2007 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 65,789 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN57 EWU, 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 19 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 BN57 EWU registered?

BN57 EWU is a 2007 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 22 October 2007.

Is BN57 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 EWU shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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