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BP04 UXB

2004 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,150 mi
Last recorded69,150 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP04 UXB
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 69,150 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 56,435 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 50,705 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front wheel bearing slightly noisy but not rough

Pass 18 Jun 2016 46,504 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 40,277 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Jun 2015 40,277 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2014 35,502 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

both rear shock absorber shields insecure.

Fail 10 Jun 2014 35,501 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

both front tyres 3mm.

both rear shock absorber shields insecure.

Pass 21 Jun 2013 31,291 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Jun 2013 31,291 miles

Centre Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Jun 2012 27,336 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 23,833 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 21,535 miles

Front wipers noisy

Marks on both steering rack arms and front anti roll bar not touching on lock to lock test.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside headlamp aim only just within limits

Rear brakes noisy.(readings on roller brake tester ok).

Pass 14 Jul 2009 19,218 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 16,222 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 13,223 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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BP04 UXB is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BP04 UXB, 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.

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BP04 UXB is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 15 July 2004.

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