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R604 YNG

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,545 mi
Last recorded99,545 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR604 YNG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2014 99,545 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 86,910 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 86,909 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 82,408 miles

1/ slifgt exhaust blow at front 2/ damageto windscreen within mot limits 3/ n/s rear wheel arch becoming corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2011 78,722 miles

1/ silght damage to windscreen

Pass 6 Jul 2010 74,634 miles

1. Slight damage to front windscreen. 2. n/s rear tyre tread starting to bulge.

Pass 1 Jul 2009 70,288 miles

slight damage to windscreen.

Pass 7 Jul 2008 67,245 miles

1. slight exhaust leak in centre joint. 2. slight interaction in n/s/r lights. 3. front windscreen damaged.

Pass 27 Jul 2007 64,236 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 64,236 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 60,860 miles

EXHAUST SECTIONS GETTING WEAK. SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F STEERING RACK JOINT.

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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R604 YNG is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R604 YNG, 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 R604 YNG registered?

R604 YNG is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 2 August 1997.

Is R604 YNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R604 YNG shows 11 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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