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X516 VRL

2000 Seat Ibiza

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,018 mi
Last recorded123,018 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2000 Seat Ibiza75,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX516 VRL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 123,018 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 120,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked vertical link (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2016 115,998 miles

headlamp masks fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2015 115,608 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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X516 VRL is a 2000 Seat Ibiza in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X516 VRL, 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 X516 VRL?

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What year was X516 VRL registered?

X516 VRL is a 2000 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X516 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X516 VRL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X516 VRL have outstanding finance?

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