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EX51 YLV

2001 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

72,291 mi
Last recorded72,291 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 72,291 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around floor pan strengthening plate corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner sill corroded

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around floor pan strengthening plate corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner inner sill

Pass 18 Sep 2019 71,772 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 71,772 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 70,891 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 69,845 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 67,053 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 67,053 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 63,857 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 61,037 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 59,517 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 55,955 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 52,741 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 48,463 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 45,069 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 41,395 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 36,815 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 33,142 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 YLV is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 YLV, 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 YLV registered?

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

Is EX51 YLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 YLV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 YLV have outstanding finance?

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