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F409 TRU

1988 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1193cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

81,916 mi
Last recorded81,916 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2007
Typical for 1988 Seat Ibiza58,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF409 TRU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,193cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2007 81,916 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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F409 TRU is a 1988 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,193cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1988 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 58,636 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 F409 TRU, 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 38 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 F409 TRU registered?

F409 TRU is a 1988 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 18 October 1988.

Is F409 TRU safe to buy?

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