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MF17 JAO

2017 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,069 mi
Last recorded39,069 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Seat Ibiza39,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF17 JAO
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2025 39,069 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 37,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 37,373 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

O/s washer blocked

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 32,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 32,756 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 27,095 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2022 21,962 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Apr 2021 18,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn @ 2mm and on edge 0mm 215-45-16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215-45-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn @ 2mm and on edge 0mm 215-45-16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215-45-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 18,315 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn @ 2mm and on edge 0mm 215-45-16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215-45-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn @ 2mm and on edge 0mm 215-45-16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215-45-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 14,948 miles

Offside Front shocker slightly leaking

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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MF17 JAO is a 2017 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 39,438 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 MF17 JAO, 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 9 years old, this Seat Ibiza is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MF17 JAO registered?

MF17 JAO is a 2017 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 5 May 2017.

Is MF17 JAO safe to buy?

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