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P705 KTF

1997 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,719 mi
Last recorded115,719 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP705 KTF
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2016 115,719 miles

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement front lower mount worn (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 15 Jan 2016 115,702 miles

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

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

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement front lower mount worn (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 113,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 110,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 107,775 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 105,023 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

both front wipers split

heat shield on exhaust loose

Fail 21 Jan 2012 104,992 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

both front wipers split

heat shield on exhaust loose

Pass 22 Jan 2011 102,391 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 102,372 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 100,075 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 97,027 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 93,603 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 86,066 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 81,263 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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P705 KTF is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P705 KTF, 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 P705 KTF registered?

P705 KTF is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 20 June 1997.

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