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FA53 FNJ

2004 Seat Ibiza SX

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,129 mi
Last recorded77,129 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza SX58,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 FNJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza SX
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2014 77,129 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 77,128 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 69,647 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 63,378 miles

Nearside Rear 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 1 Apr 2011 55,013 miles

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

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

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)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 46,934 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2009 35,221 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 30,679 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 23,732 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza SX?

Based on 866 MOT tests across 304 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,057
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
304
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
Stop lamp not working 11
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 9
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
Headlamp aim too low 9
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FA53 FNJ is a 2004 Seat Ibiza SX in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Seat Ibiza SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 58,245 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza SX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA53 FNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza SX typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Seat Ibiza SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FA53 FNJ registered?

FA53 FNJ is a 2004 Seat Ibiza SX, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is FA53 FNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 FNJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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