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OU17 UWR

2017 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

49,658 mi
Last recorded49,658 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Seat Ibiza39,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU17 UWR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 49,658 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 49,653 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 48,756 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2024 48,552 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 36,290 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 30,132 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 30,128 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 28,477 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 28,477 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 24,306 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 20,433 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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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OU17 UWR is a 2017 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 OU17 UWR, 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 OU17 UWR registered?

OU17 UWR is a 2017 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 March 2017.

Is OU17 UWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU17 UWR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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