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V717 EJH

1999 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

117,090 mi
Last recorded117,090 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Seat Ibiza76,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV717 EJH
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 117,090 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 117,090 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 115,932 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emishions not carried out due to excecive exaust blow

Fail 14 Aug 2014 115,932 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emishions not carried out due to excecive exaust blow

Pass 4 Sep 2013 115,211 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2013 115,211 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 14 Sep 2012 113,806 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 113,806 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 112,100 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Oct 2011 112,085 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 107,392 miles

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

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

both rear axel bushes worn

Pass 24 Oct 2009 106,501 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 101,760 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 94,121 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 94,121 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

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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V717 EJH is a 1999 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 V717 EJH, 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.

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What year was V717 EJH registered?

V717 EJH is a 1999 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 20 November 1999.

Is V717 EJH safe to buy?

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