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IBZ 481

1996 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

65,125 mi
Last recorded65,125 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Seat Ibiza83,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIBZ 481
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2013 65,125 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

airbag light on

Fail 3 Aug 2013 65,125 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

airbag light on

Pass 9 Aug 2012 59,040 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 7 Aug 2012 59,040 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2010 50,169 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 50,169 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 49,737 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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IBZ 481 is a 1996 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 83,906 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 IBZ 481, 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 30 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 IBZ 481 registered?

IBZ 481 is a 1996 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 8 July 1996.

Is IBZ 481 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IBZ 481 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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