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P901 XUF

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,982 mi
Last recorded138,982 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP901 XUF
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2012 138,982 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 138,912 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 126,197 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 113,108 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 109,753 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 104,619 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 91,260 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 90,812 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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P901 XUF is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P901 XUF, 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

How do I check the history of P901 XUF?

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What year was P901 XUF registered?

P901 XUF is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P901 XUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P901 XUF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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