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R518 OAO

1997 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

79,983 mi
Last recorded79,983 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR518 OAO
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 79,983 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 79,983 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 72,735 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 64,979 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 57,397 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 51,660 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 51,660 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 46,083 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 46,083 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 43,336 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2008 43,334 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 43,046 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 42,529 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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R518 OAO is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R518 OAO, 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 R518 OAO registered?

R518 OAO is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R518 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R518 OAO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R518 OAO have outstanding finance?

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