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W487 WAD

2000 Seat Ibiza

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

293,190 mi
Last recorded293,190 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2013
Typical for 2000 Seat Ibiza75,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW487 WAD
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2013 293,190 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 286,879 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 277,855 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 267,431 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 259,275 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 249,822 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 231,939 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 231,939 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 200,259 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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W487 WAD is a 2000 Seat Ibiza in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W487 WAD, 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 W487 WAD registered?

W487 WAD is a 2000 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W487 WAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W487 WAD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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