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N785 VSS

1996 Seat Ibiza Cl

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,016 mi
Last recorded125,016 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2008
Typical for 1996 Seat Ibiza Cl83,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN785 VSS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza Cl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2008 125,016 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 125,016 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 120,360 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2006 114,365 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 107,690 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza Cl?

Based on 868 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 103
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 53
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 49
Stop lamp not working 48
position lamp(s) not working 48
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N785 VSS is a 1996 Seat Ibiza Cl in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Seat Ibiza Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 83,147 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza Cl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N785 VSS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N785 VSS registered?

N785 VSS is a 1996 Seat Ibiza Cl, first registered on 16 January 1996.

Is N785 VSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N785 VSS 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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