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P957 OLE

1997 Seat Ibiza

Green Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

77,470 mi
Last recorded77,470 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP957 OLE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 77,470 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)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 71,330 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 66,183 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2012 66,183 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 61,688 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2011 61,688 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 56,266 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2009 51,439 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 51,439 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2008 46,023 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 28 Apr 2008 46,023 miles

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 21 Mar 2007 41,742 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 41,742 miles

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 41,157 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 41,157 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Oct 2005 40,160 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 40,160 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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P957 OLE is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Green with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P957 OLE, 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 P957 OLE registered?

P957 OLE is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P957 OLE safe to buy?

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