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R46 GBE

1998 Seat Ibiza

Green Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

71,199 mi
Last recorded71,199 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Seat Ibiza80,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR46 GBE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 71,199 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured front and rear (1.4.A.2f)

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

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)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 68,616 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 65,196 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 61,565 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 59,103 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 56,327 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 54,035 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 51,051 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 48,020 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 45,106 miles

rear brakes squeek when applied

Pass 19 Nov 2007 42,410 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 39,281 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 35,987 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 35,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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R46 GBE is a 1998 Seat Ibiza in Green with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R46 GBE, 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 R46 GBE registered?

R46 GBE is a 1998 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R46 GBE safe to buy?

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