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R708 FDU

1997 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,157 mi
Last recorded136,157 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR708 FDU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2008 136,157 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 129,656 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 129,467 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 119,022 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 103,999 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 103,985 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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R708 FDU is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R708 FDU, 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 R708 FDU?

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What year was R708 FDU registered?

R708 FDU is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R708 FDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R708 FDU shows 6 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.

Does R708 FDU have outstanding finance?

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