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R370 KYG

1998 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,461 mi
Last recorded26,461 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Seat Ibiza80,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR370 KYG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 26,461 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 26,461 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 22,134 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 19,163 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Wiper Blade Worn 18" Normal Blade

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm -- 175 70 13 -- (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 19,163 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Wiper Blade Worn 18" Normal Blade

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm -- 175 70 13 -- (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21" Normal Blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 17,102 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 16,865 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 16,572 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 16,213 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 15,685 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 15,119 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 14,595 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 13,644 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 13,002 miles

1.Advise corrossion to front & rear suspension & steering component's

Pass 26 Feb 2008 12,623 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 12,122 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 11,213 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
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R370 KYG is a 1998 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R370 KYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R370 KYG registered?

R370 KYG is a 1998 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R370 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R370 KYG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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