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X261 FDL

2000 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,882 mi
Last recorded85,882 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Seat Ibiza75,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX261 FDL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 85,882 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 85,191 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 84,826 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 84,826 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 84,486 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 84,477 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2015 84,252 miles

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

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

no rear veiw mirror fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2015 84,252 miles

no rear veiw mirror fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2014 83,533 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 83,479 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 83,087 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 81,796 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 80,136 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 78,802 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 78,802 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2008 75,140 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 68,236 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 60,700 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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X261 FDL is a 2000 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X261 FDL, 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

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What year was X261 FDL registered?

X261 FDL is a 2000 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 December 2000.

Is X261 FDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X261 FDL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X261 FDL have outstanding finance?

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