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R284 NDV

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,325 mi
Last recorded49,325 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR284 NDV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 49,325 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 48,838 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 48,404 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 47,996 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 47,019 miles

All tyres lightly perished.

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

Front tyres worn inner edges. 155/80R13

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 46,278 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 10 Jul 2013 45,768 miles

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

Front tyres wearing inner edges.

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 45,768 miles

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

Front tyres wearing inner edges.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 45,331 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 44,866 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)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 44,366 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 43,373 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 42,339 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 41,199 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 39,670 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre.

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 39,670 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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R284 NDV is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R284 NDV, 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 R284 NDV registered?

R284 NDV is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R284 NDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R284 NDV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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