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R906 OWP

1997 Seat Ibiza

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,201 mi
Last recorded167,201 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2015
Typical for 1997 Seat Ibiza83,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR906 OWP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2015 167,201 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

offside front indi lens slightly damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2014 153,512 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 153,508 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 145,224 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 135,492 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 128,639 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 128,637 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 121,502 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 116,074 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 116,074 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 107,025 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Feb 2008 107,024 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 102,102 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 102,102 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 97,256 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

some play in steering rack

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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R906 OWP is a 1997 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R906 OWP, 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 R906 OWP registered?

R906 OWP is a 1997 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 November 1997.

Is R906 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R906 OWP shows 15 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.

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