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BV51 CXU

2001 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

85,063 mi
Last recorded85,063 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 CXU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2018 85,063 miles

general body corrosion

Pass 10 Oct 2017 76,067 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 67,091 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 58,296 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 48,861 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 40,647 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 38,213 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 37,047 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 37,047 miles

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 35,508 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 34,112 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 32,362 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 30,215 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 28,239 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 28,239 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

rear wiper poor

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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BV51 CXU is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2001 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 70,200 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 BV51 CXU, 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 25 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV51 CXU?

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What year was BV51 CXU registered?

BV51 CXU is a 2001 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is BV51 CXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV51 CXU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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