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S803 MFP

1998 Seat Ibiza

Bronze Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

94,994 mi
Last recorded94,994 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2009
Typical for 1998 Seat Ibiza80,858 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS803 MFP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2009 94,994 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 94,985 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 93,982 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 82,631 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

acc dam repair to nsf

Pass 28 Nov 2006 82,631 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

acc dam repair to nsf

Pass 5 Jul 2006 81,005 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 66,454 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2005 66,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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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S803 MFP is a 1998 Seat Ibiza in Bronze with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 S803 MFP, 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.

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What year was S803 MFP registered?

S803 MFP is a 1998 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 December 1998.

Is S803 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S803 MFP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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