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R864 XVG

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,567 mi
Last recorded61,567 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR864 XVG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2006 61,567 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Fail 17 Aug 2006 61,541 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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R864 XVG is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R864 XVG, 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 R864 XVG?

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What year was R864 XVG registered?

R864 XVG is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R864 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R864 XVG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R864 XVG have outstanding finance?

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