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X982 MKL

2000 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,488 mi
Last recorded118,488 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Seat Ibiza75,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX982 MKL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2014 118,488 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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)

engine managment light remains on after start up

Pass 25 Sep 2012 104,430 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front wishbone rear bushes worn

e.m.l on

Fail 25 Sep 2012 104,427 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front wishbone rear bushes worn

e.m.l on

Pass 6 Sep 2011 100,432 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 98,909 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

front discs are worn

Pass 9 Sep 2010 98,909 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front discs are worn

Pass 7 Sep 2009 91,174 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 97,174 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 94,999 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2007 90,108 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 79,204 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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X982 MKL is a 2000 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 X982 MKL, 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 X982 MKL?

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What year was X982 MKL registered?

X982 MKL is a 2000 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X982 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X982 MKL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X982 MKL have outstanding finance?

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