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P474 WRN

1997 Seat Ibiza GTI Cupra Sport

Blue Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

66,132 mi
Last recorded66,132 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza GTI Cupra Sport91,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP474 WRN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza GTI Cupra Sport
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2009 66,132 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 66,125 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 63,630 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Nov 2008 74,672 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 59,472 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 59,472 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 55,204 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 55,168 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza GTI Cupra Sport?

Based on 525 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
7,818
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53
Direction indicator incorrect colour 37
Registration plate lamp not working 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
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P474 WRN is a 1997 Seat Ibiza GTI Cupra Sport in Blue with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Seat Ibiza GTI Cupra Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 91,635 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 GTI Cupra Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P474 WRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza GTI Cupra Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Seat Ibiza GTI Cupra Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P474 WRN registered?

P474 WRN is a 1997 Seat Ibiza GTI Cupra Sport, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P474 WRN safe to buy?

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