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R120 KFH

1997 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,843 mi
Last recorded45,843 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR120 KFH
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2014 45,843 miles

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)

near side front headlamp beam pattern becoming poor.

surface corrosion underside to most steering ,suspension and brake components in line with vehicle having been stood.

Pass 10 Dec 2014 45,843 miles

near side front headlamp beam pattern becoming poor.

surface corrosion underside to most steering ,suspension and brake components in line with vehicle having been stood.

Pass 25 Apr 2013 45,340 miles

front brake running hot but not binding .

rear washer pipe split boot area.

slight blow from exhaust.

Pass 19 Apr 2012 44,604 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 50,244 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 49,811 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

various corrosion throught under side of car to suspension and body related areas.

Pass 27 Apr 2010 42,800 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

both front drive shafts corroded.

rear screen washer not working.

timing belt requires replacment.

Pass 17 Apr 2009 41,575 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

both sides rear flex hose ferrules slightly corroded.

centre exhaust joint slightly blowing.

slight damage to o/s/r wheel rim.

Pass 24 Apr 2008 40,416 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 38,816 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 36,596 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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R120 KFH is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R120 KFH, 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 R120 KFH registered?

R120 KFH is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R120 KFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R120 KFH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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