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P145 LTW

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,481 mi
Last recorded48,481 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP145 LTW
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 48,481 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 47,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 46,688 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 46,688 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 45,804 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 45,804 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (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)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 44,512 miles

noise from rear brakes while applying brakes

Pass 6 Dec 2010 43,635 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 42,504 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 40,525 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 37,746 miles

near side front tyre starting to crack on inner wall

off side rear light damaged

Pass 16 Nov 2006 34,778 miles

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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P145 LTW is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 83,813 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P145 LTW, 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 29 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P145 LTW registered?

P145 LTW is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 15 January 1997.

Is P145 LTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P145 LTW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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