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R589 NBL

1997 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,478 mi
Last recorded99,478 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR589 NBL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 99,478 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 99,424 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 96,805 miles

Power steering pump drive belt deteriated

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 94,626 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 91,245 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Oct 2012 89,017 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear brake inbalance 34%

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 89,017 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear brake inbalance 34%

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 85,300 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 81,457 miles

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

the nearside front tyre is slightly worn on the inside and outside edge

Pass 3 Nov 2009 78,172 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 73,080 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 68,022 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2006 62,464 miles

Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 62,464 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2005 56,541 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2005 56,531 miles

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

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

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

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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R589 NBL is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R589 NBL, 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 R589 NBL registered?

R589 NBL is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R589 NBL safe to buy?

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