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EX51 XWS

2001 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,663 mi
Last recorded91,663 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 XWS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2011 91,663 miles

air bag warning light staying on

engine warning light staying on

handbrake travel

interior mirror missing

o/s/f inner door handle broken

rear wiper blade split

Fail 30 Nov 2011 91,663 miles

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

air bag warning light staying on

bad engine oil leaks

both front fog light units cracked

engine warning light on

exhaust system blowing on joints

handbrake travel

interior mirror missing

o/s/f inner door handle broken

rear wiper blade split

Fail 28 Nov 2011 91,663 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

air bag warning light staying on

bad engine oil leaks

both front fog light units cracked

engine warning light on

exhaust system blowing on joints

handbrake travel

interior mirror missing

o/s/f inner door handle broken

rear wiper blade split

Pass 7 Sep 2009 81,264 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 71,148 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 63,395 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 58,415 miles

non-srandard wheels,tyres and exhaust fitted

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 XWS is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XWS, 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 EX51 XWS?

You can check the full history of EX51 XWS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EX51 XWS registered?

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

Is EX51 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 XWS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 XWS have outstanding finance?

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