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BX51 EXS

2001 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,567 mi
Last recorded93,567 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 EXS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 93,567 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 93,241 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 87,157 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 87,157 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 83,323 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2012 83,323 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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 75,626 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 75,623 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 51,998 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 33,845 miles

Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

advise both front tyres/slight perish marks

Pass 24 Sep 2007 29,027 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 25,348 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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BX51 EXS is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BX51 EXS, 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 BX51 EXS?

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What year was BX51 EXS registered?

BX51 EXS is a 2001 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BX51 EXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX51 EXS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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