CarVerify

Free Car Check

R280 NDA

1997 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1595cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,851 mi
Last recorded42,851 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Seat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR280 NDA
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 42,851 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2016 42,833 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 39,907 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 38,568 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2013 37,450 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2012 36,317 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 35,144 miles

NSF wing mirror damaged. But secure.

Pass 14 Jul 2010 33,647 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 31,742 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 29,981 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 28,369 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 25,657 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 23,853 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
Full Seat Ibiza reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R280 NDA is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R280 NDA, 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 R280 NDA?

You can check the full history of R280 NDA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R280 NDA registered?

R280 NDA is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R280 NDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R280 NDA 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.

Does R280 NDA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R280 NDA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.