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R514 AFC

1998 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,446 mi
Last recorded57,446 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Seat Ibiza80,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR514 AFC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 57,446 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 57,446 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 57,362 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 57,362 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 57,119 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 56,997 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 56,521 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 56,072 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 55,484 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer has small blow at front of box (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 54,578 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 53,441 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 52,377 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 52,377 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 51,163 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 49,886 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 48,543 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 47,468 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 47,468 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 46,377 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 45,505 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2007 44,451 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 43,521 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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R514 AFC is a 1998 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R514 AFC, 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

How do I check the history of R514 AFC?

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What year was R514 AFC registered?

R514 AFC is a 1998 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R514 AFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R514 AFC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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