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R872 GTN

1997 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,021 mi
Last recorded110,021 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR872 GTN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2007 110,021 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 106,128 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r light cluster slightly dim

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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R872 GTN is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R872 GTN, 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 R872 GTN?

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What year was R872 GTN registered?

R872 GTN is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 August 1997.

Is R872 GTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R872 GTN shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R872 GTN have outstanding finance?

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