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R480 NUD

1997 Seat Ibiza

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,606 mi
Last recorded38,606 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2008
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR480 NUD
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2008 38,606 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)

handbrake lever nearing the end of its travel

Pass 14 Dec 2007 34,809 miles

Both front wipers split.

Both rear tyres starting to perish.

Pass 29 Sep 2006 34,148 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 33,184 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear 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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R480 NUD is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R480 NUD, 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 R480 NUD?

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What year was R480 NUD registered?

R480 NUD is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R480 NUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R480 NUD shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R480 NUD have outstanding finance?

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