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R904 XVG

1997 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,217 mi
Last recorded112,217 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR904 XVG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 112,217 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 110,302 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 106,207 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 102,917 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 100,078 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 100,078 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 96,340 miles

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

Offside Front driveshaft balance weight moved

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and outer edges bald (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 12 Oct 2015 96,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Front driveshaft balance weight moved

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and outer edges bald (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 92,862 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside driveshaft balance weight moved

Fail 13 Oct 2014 92,862 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside driveshaft balance weight moved

Pass 30 Sep 2013 88,188 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 83,123 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 78,817 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 73,646 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 73,646 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 69,059 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 69,059 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 64,188 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 64,188 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE IS DEVOID OF THREAD ON INNER SHOULDER.

Pass 3 Sep 2007 59,984 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 59,984 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

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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R904 XVG is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 R904 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 R904 XVG?

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What year was R904 XVG registered?

R904 XVG is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R904 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R904 XVG shows 21 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 R904 XVG have outstanding finance?

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