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T55 PLT

2000 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

60,228 mi
Last recorded60,228 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 2000 Seat Ibiza75,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT55 PLT
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 60,228 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 56,842 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

rear lights tinted not affecting visabilty

Fail 25 Aug 2020 56,842 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

rear lights tinted not affecting visabilty

Pass 29 Aug 2018 53,738 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 53,712 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column such that there is a serious risk of detachment (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2015 53,577 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 53,577 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Fail 30 Jan 2014 53,231 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 53,231 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 52,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 52,860 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 52,507 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 52,507 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 51,323 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 51,323 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 50,068 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 47,885 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 44,627 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 44,627 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 41,635 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 37,338 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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T55 PLT is a 2000 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2000 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 75,046 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 T55 PLT, 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 26 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T55 PLT registered?

T55 PLT is a 2000 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 28 December 2000.

Is T55 PLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T55 PLT shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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