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P657 DPB

1997 Seat Ibiza

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,051 mi
Last recorded81,051 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP657 DPB
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2013 81,051 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 75,738 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

engine coolant leak

exhaust backbox has detireated inside box but not blowing

n/s/f bumper is loose

slightly more play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 7 Sep 2012 75,692 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

engine coolant leak

exhaust backbox has detireated inside box but not blowing

n/s/f bumper is loose

slightly more play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 9 Sep 2011 69,067 miles

spear tyre is flat

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

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front grill loose

n/s/r tyre is on 2.0mm

o/s/f tyre has a small cut on sidewall but no cords showing

Fail 9 Sep 2011 69,067 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front grill loose

n/s/r tyre is on 2.0mm

o/s/f tyre has a small cut on sidewall but no cords showing

spear tyre is flat

Pass 10 May 2010 63,128 miles

Corrosion to both rear wheel arches

Damage to front of vehicle

Dampness to nearside front shock absorber

Front brake pads starting to wear low

Nearside front tyre starting to wear low on edges

Rear indicators faded

Rear number plate in poor condition

Rear wiper blade split

Stone damage to windscreen

Fail 10 May 2010 63,128 miles

Corrosion to both rear wheel arches

Damage to front of vehicle

Dampness to nearside front shock absorber

Front brake pads starting to wear low

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front tyre starting to wear low on edges

Rear indicators faded

Rear number plate in poor condition

Rear wiper blade split

Stone damage to windscreen

Pass 6 May 2009 61,546 miles

Both rear indicators faded

Nearside front shock absorber slightly damp

Rear number plate starting to seperate

Stone damage to windscreen

Pass 8 May 2008 60,116 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 58,200 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 58,200 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside front shock absorber damp.

Stone damage to windscreen.

Pass 4 May 2006 55,727 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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P657 DPB is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P657 DPB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P657 DPB registered?

P657 DPB is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P657 DPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P657 DPB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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