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R661 MJM

1997 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

62,939 mi
Last recorded62,939 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR661 MJM
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 62,939 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 56,340 miles

Front number plate faded

Rear number plate faded

Pass 21 Jul 2016 55,344 miles

Rear coil springs corroded

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 55,008 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front and rear number plates discolouring

Pass 29 Jul 2014 54,547 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front and rear number plates discolouring

Pass 16 Jul 2013 53,996 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 53,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise front and rear number plates discolouring

Pass 1 Aug 2012 53,239 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise front and rear number plates discolouring

Fail 8 Aug 2011 52,225 miles

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front and rear number plates discolouring

rear exhaust box slight blowing

Pass 8 Aug 2011 52,225 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front and rear number plates discolouring

rear exhaust box slight blowing

Pass 23 Jul 2010 51,165 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 50,328 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 49,742 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)

main ht lead from coilpack is arcing out

Fail 28 Jul 2008 49,742 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

main ht lead from coilpack is arcing out

Pass 23 Jul 2007 48,804 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 47,723 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/r tyre 3mm tread

Pass 25 Jul 2005 46,289 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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R661 MJM is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R661 MJM, 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 R661 MJM registered?

R661 MJM is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R661 MJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R661 MJM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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