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R255 SLH

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

114,021 mi
Last recorded114,021 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 SLH
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2013 114,021 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2012 109,713 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 103,887 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 98,183 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 91,433 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 84,974 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 79,441 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 72,996 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 63,587 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2005 63,585 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R255 SLH is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R255 SLH, 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 R255 SLH?

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What year was R255 SLH registered?

R255 SLH is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R255 SLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R255 SLH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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