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S304 TRD

1998 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,029 mi
Last recorded69,029 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2009
Typical for 1998 Seat Ibiza80,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS304 TRD
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2009 69,029 miles

exhaust system deteriorating.

Pass 3 Sep 2008 65,220 miles

exhaust system deteriorating.

Pass 18 Sep 2007 60,577 miles

renew both rear indicator bulbs (colour faded). †slight weep from pwr strg pump pipe connection.

Fail 18 Sep 2007 60,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

renew both rear indicator bulbs (colour faded). †slight weep from pwr strg pump pipe connection.

Pass 19 Sep 2006 53,755 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 53,755 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear number plate mucky but readable at the time of test.

Pass 15 Sep 2005 46,944 miles

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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S304 TRD is a 1998 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 80,858 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 S304 TRD, 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 28 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 S304 TRD?

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What year was S304 TRD registered?

S304 TRD is a 1998 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is S304 TRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S304 TRD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S304 TRD have outstanding finance?

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