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V816 EJB

1999 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

70,345 mi
Last recorded70,345 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 1999 Seat Ibiza76,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV816 EJB
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 70,345 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

surface corrosion to both rear floor pans

Pass 15 Nov 2012 66,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

plastic hub caps fitted

Fail 15 Nov 2012 66,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

plastic hub caps fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2011 64,380 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2010 61,798 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 59,576 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 57,047 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 57,027 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

offside front tyre becoming devoid of tread on inside edge

Fail 13 Nov 2007 54,191 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

both front tyres close to limit

n/s/f seat loose on runners

Pass 13 Nov 2007 54,191 miles

both front tyres close to limit

n/s/f seat loose on runners

Fail 17 Nov 2006 48,938 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 48,938 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 40,401 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2005 40,401 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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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V816 EJB is a 1999 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 V816 EJB, 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

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What year was V816 EJB registered?

V816 EJB is a 1999 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 November 1999.

Is V816 EJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V816 EJB shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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