CarVerify

Free Car Check

V424 SWL

1999 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1391cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

70,883 mi
Last recorded70,883 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 1999 Seat Ibiza76,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Seat
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV424 SWL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 70,883 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 70,883 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 68,743 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 68,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition silencer (7.1.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 65,633 miles

both front suspension legs have extensive lift

offside front tyre worn sharply on inner edge

Fail 22 Aug 2016 78,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre joint (7.1.2)

both front suspension legs have extensive lift

offside front tyre worn sharply on inner edge

offside inner rear sidelight dim

Pass 14 Aug 2015 62,086 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 62,086 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 57,816 miles

washer bottle leaks replacement required

Pass 14 Aug 2013 55,315 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 55,290 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 52,548 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 50,084 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 50,048 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

both front suspension top mounts have extensive lift

offside front radius arm inner rear bush bonding is deteriorated

Pass 18 Aug 2010 47,276 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 47,250 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 45,043 miles

offside front outer brake pad very low

Pass 19 Nov 2007 39,779 miles

slight wheel bearing noise from offside rear

Fail 19 Nov 2007 39,779 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 36,135 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 36,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 31,030 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 31,029 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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
Full Seat Ibiza reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V424 SWL is a 1999 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

Across all 1999 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 76,416 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 V424 SWL, 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 27 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 V424 SWL?

You can check the full history of V424 SWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V424 SWL registered?

V424 SWL is a 1999 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 18 September 1999.

Is V424 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V424 SWL shows 23 tests with a 56.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V424 SWL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V424 SWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.