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EX51 YLS

2001 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

155,922 mi
Last recorded155,922 miles
Recorded on2 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 YLS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2020 155,922 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 154,299 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 154,294 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

rear heat shield insecure

Pass 9 Dec 2017 144,105 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 132,042 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 132,042 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 120,056 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 109,496 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 97,619 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 91,057 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2012 90,937 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 78,440 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 5 Dec 2011 78,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 68,305 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 60,925 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2009 60,879 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 52,047 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 41,595 miles

door sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle structure

nearside front tyre slightly damaged sidewall(s)

nearside rear tyre slightly damaged sidewall(s)

nearside rear tyre slightly worn inner edge

Pass 20 Nov 2006 36,993 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 36,938 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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 YLS is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YLS, 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.

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What year was EX51 YLS registered?

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

Is EX51 YLS safe to buy?

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