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EX51 XZB

2001 Seat Ibiza

Bronze Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

135,555 mi
Last recorded135,555 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 XZB
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2014 135,555 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear tyre perishing/cracking

Pass 27 Sep 2013 122,297 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 120,189 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 112,563 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 112,563 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 102,386 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 91,151 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 79,865 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 79,865 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 68,671 miles

coolant fans not cutting in vehicle overheats.

Fail 6 Sep 2007 68,671 miles

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

coolant fans not cutting in vehicle overheats.

Pass 7 Sep 2006 58,130 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine cooling fans not working

nearside numberplate light not working

offside headlamp bulb slightly discoloured

Pass 9 Sep 2005 46,854 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 XZB is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Bronze with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 EX51 XZB, 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 XZB?

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What year was EX51 XZB registered?

EX51 XZB is a 2001 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is EX51 XZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 XZB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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