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N172 AVM

1996 Seat Ibiza Cls

Blue Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

128,719 mi
Last recorded128,719 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2009
Typical for 1996 Seat Ibiza Cls90,664 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN172 AVM
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza Cls
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2009 128,719 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Jun 2009 128,719 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

HAND BRAKE TRAVEL HIGH

Pass 16 Jul 2008 125,618 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 125,610 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s/f outer wall cracking slightly

Pass 23 Jun 2007 122,695 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 122,695 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Oil leak

engine service

missfire

Pass 29 Jun 2006 119,300 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 119,241 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza Cls?

Based on 2,784 MOT tests across 603 vehicles.

61.9%
Pass Rate
6,357
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 301
Stop lamp not working 201
Direction indicator incorrect colour 178
Registration plate lamp not working 167
position lamp(s) not working 129
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N172 AVM is a 1996 Seat Ibiza Cls in Blue with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Seat Ibiza Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.9% with a typical mileage of 90,664 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 Cls fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 301 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N172 AVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza Cls typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Seat Ibiza Cls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N172 AVM registered?

N172 AVM is a 1996 Seat Ibiza Cls, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N172 AVM safe to buy?

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