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W561 PAU

2000 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,346 mi
Last recorded99,346 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Seat Ibiza75,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW561 PAU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2013 99,346 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 94,455 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2012 94,455 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 87,780 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 87,780 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2010 78,112 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 74,937 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 74,937 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear wiper split,radiator in poor condition slight leaks,various steering and suspension bushes corroded,exhuast front section heavily corroded,front coil springs corroded,fan belt perished,brake pipes corroded,brake flexy ends corroded

Pass 28 May 2008 71,828 miles

surafce corrosion to exhaust system , n/s/r tyre slightly cracked , front brakes slightly worn/corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2007 68,896 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 68,896 miles

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

slight damage to front number plate. †surface corrosion to various brake pipes. †rear coil springs corroded. †o/s/r tyre wearing unevenly. †n/s cv gaiter cracking. †wear to rear axle bushes,

Pass 24 Aug 2006 64,858 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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W561 PAU is a 2000 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W561 PAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W561 PAU?

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What year was W561 PAU registered?

W561 PAU is a 2000 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W561 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W561 PAU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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