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YP53 TXN

2003 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

111,229 mi
Last recorded111,229 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 TXN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 111,229 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 104,286 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 104,286 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2017 104,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 95,175 miles

osf tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 9 Oct 2015 89,593 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 79,496 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 69,465 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 59,711 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 48,110 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 41,626 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 41,268 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 36,119 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 31,347 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 25,432 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 19,860 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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YP53 TXN is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 66,903 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 YP53 TXN, 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 23 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YP53 TXN registered?

YP53 TXN is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is YP53 TXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 TXN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YP53 TXN have outstanding finance?

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