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R757 CJW

1997 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

146,326 mi
Last recorded146,326 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR757 CJW
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 146,326 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 139,252 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)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 133,361 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 126,116 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 126,116 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 116,674 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 116,674 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 112,215 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 112,215 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 106,271 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 95,771 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Rear no, plate poor & will need replaceing for next MOT.

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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R757 CJW is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R757 CJW, 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 R757 CJW registered?

R757 CJW is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R757 CJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R757 CJW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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