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Y97 OTU

2001 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,726 mi
Last recorded62,726 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Seat Ibiza70,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY97 OTU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 62,726 miles

ALL METAL BRAKE PIPES ARE CORRODED

ALL SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS ARE CORRODED

EXHAUST IS CORRODED AND BLOWING AT CENTRE

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE REAR OUTER WHEEL ARCHES ARE CORRODED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 27 May 2015 62,721 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

ALL METAL BRAKE PIPES ARE CORRODED

ALL SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS ARE CORRODED

EXHAUST IS CORRODED AND BLOWING AT CENTRE

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE REAR OUTER WHEEL ARCHES ARE CORRODED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 16 May 2014 56,512 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all brake pipes corroded

both rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 9 May 2013 52,137 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 47,958 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 41,868 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 12 May 2010 36,789 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 36,771 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 May 2009 32,990 miles

ENGIEN LIGHT ON

O/S/F SEAT BELT WORN

Pass 16 May 2008 29,585 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 25,958 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 21,541 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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Y97 OTU is a 2001 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 70,200 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 Y97 OTU, 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 25 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y97 OTU registered?

Y97 OTU is a 2001 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 14 May 2001.

Is Y97 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y97 OTU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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