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EX51 XWL

2001 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

82,870 mi
Last recorded82,870 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 XWL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 82,870 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 80,641 miles

Central Exhaust system bracket broken but still adequately supported

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 76,588 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 70,837 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 65,290 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)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 60,644 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 55,586 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)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 50,772 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 47,124 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 42,057 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 38,871 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 35,703 miles

front wiper blades slightly split

slight oil leak from gearbox

Fail 24 Aug 2007 35,703 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front wipers slighty split

slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 24 Aug 2006 32,621 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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EX51 XWL is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EX51 XWL, 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

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What year was EX51 XWL registered?

EX51 XWL is a 2001 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EX51 XWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 XWL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 XWL have outstanding finance?

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