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P887 VOS

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,687 mi
Last recorded94,687 miles
Recorded on28 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP887 VOS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2013 94,687 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 83,928 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 70,508 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 66,019 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 59,429 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 56,898 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 53,462 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

o/s wiper blade rubber slightly split on end.

Pass 14 Dec 2006 53,462 miles

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

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

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

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

o/s wiper blade rubber slightly split on end.

Pass 9 Dec 2005 50,925 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

battery insecure

slight dent on n/s outer sil.

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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P887 VOS is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P887 VOS, 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 P887 VOS registered?

P887 VOS is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P887 VOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P887 VOS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P887 VOS have outstanding finance?

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