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L33 STX

1997 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,518 mi
Last recorded118,518 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 STX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2010 118,518 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 118,518 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 117,018 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 112,047 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 May 2006 107,501 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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L33 STX is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 83,813 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 L33 STX, 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 29 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 L33 STX registered?

L33 STX is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is L33 STX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L33 STX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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