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DE17 VDZ

2017 Seat Ibiza

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

65,251 mi
Last recorded65,251 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Seat Ibiza39,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE17 VDZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 65,251 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge and cracking heavily on inner sidewall. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2026 65,243 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible Delaminated/water ingress (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge and cracking heavily on inner sidewall. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2025 59,014 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2024 52,339 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 May 2024 52,339 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 45,568 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2023 45,568 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 May 2022 35,698 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 May 2022 35,698 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2021 22,481 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front fog light not working and wiring damaged plug broken.

Fail 7 May 2021 22,481 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front fog light not working and wiring damaged plug broken.

Pass 12 May 2020 8,465 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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DE17 VDZ is a 2017 Seat Ibiza in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2017 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 39,438 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 DE17 VDZ, 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 9 years old, this Seat Ibiza is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DE17 VDZ registered?

DE17 VDZ is a 2017 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 March 2017.

Is DE17 VDZ safe to buy?

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