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J96 ORU

1991 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,016 mi
Last recorded53,016 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2009
Typical for 1991 Seat Ibiza60,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ96 ORU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2009 53,016 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 52,871 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 52,871 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 52,660 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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J96 ORU is a 1991 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 60,446 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 J96 ORU, 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 35 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J96 ORU?

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What year was J96 ORU registered?

J96 ORU is a 1991 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J96 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J96 ORU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J96 ORU have outstanding finance?

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