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NL17 XLS

2017 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

71,750 mi
Last recorded71,750 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2017 Seat Ibiza39,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL17 XLS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 71,750 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2025 71,748 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jun 2024 65,306 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 56,709 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 43,703 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2022 43,703 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 33,631 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Jun 2021 33,631 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 24,919 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 24,919 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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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NL17 XLS is a 2017 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 NL17 XLS, 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 NL17 XLS registered?

NL17 XLS is a 2017 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 March 2017.

Is NL17 XLS safe to buy?

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