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R611 NCY

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,484 mi
Last recorded120,484 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR611 NCY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 120,484 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush free play (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush free play (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front bumper mounting loose

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced condensation inside lamp (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

b/s/r wheel arches corroded

clutch pedal stiff in operation and sticks to floor at times

exhaust down pipe heat shield loose

lower engine cover fitted

oil leak

Fail 8 Sep 2015 120,484 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush free play (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush free play (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front bumper mounting loose

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced condensation inside lamp (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

b/s/r wheel arches corroded

clutch pedal stiff in operation and sticks to floor at times

exhaust down pipe heat shield loose

lower engine cover fitted

oil leak

Pass 3 Sep 2014 115,726 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 109,253 miles

Front bumper insecure

Pass 31 Aug 2012 102,387 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2012 102,387 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 97,235 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 97,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 90,011 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 83,083 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 83,083 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 17 Jul 2008 76,324 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 76,324 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 70,701 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 65,006 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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R611 NCY is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R611 NCY, 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 R611 NCY registered?

R611 NCY is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R611 NCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R611 NCY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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