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R685 HTN

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,661 mi
Last recorded52,661 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR685 HTN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2009 52,661 miles

BODY DAMAGE

REAR NO PLATE,EXHAUST,ALL BRAKE FLEXY FERRULES AND FR LWR SUSP ARM BUSHES IN POOR CONDITION.

SURFACE RUST TO FRONT BRAKE DISCS AND BRAKE PIPES

Pass 5 Aug 2008 48,110 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 48,104 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all brake hoses poor condition.

exhaust poor condition.

fuel tank straps poor condition.

power steering pipes poor condition.

wishbone bushes poor condition.

Pass 6 Aug 2007 43,282 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 39,483 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 35,415 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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R685 HTN is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R685 HTN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R685 HTN?

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What year was R685 HTN registered?

R685 HTN is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R685 HTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R685 HTN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R685 HTN have outstanding finance?

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