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R266 TGM

1998 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

152,382 mi
Last recorded152,382 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Seat Ibiza80,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR266 TGM
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 152,382 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 150,117 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 146,686 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 142,872 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 139,337 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 136,331 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 133,459 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 130,566 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 127,689 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 124,946 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 124,810 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 122,346 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 116,913 miles

front discs corroded and worn

grease around near side c.v. gaitor < advise further inspection >

hand brake travel

rear brake hoses metal ends corroded

slight movement in off side rear wheel bearing

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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R266 TGM is a 1998 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 80,858 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 R266 TGM, 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 28 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R266 TGM registered?

R266 TGM is a 1998 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R266 TGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R266 TGM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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