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YR52 YGW

2003 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,150 mi
Last recorded120,150 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR52 YGW
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2019 120,150 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 102,525 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2017 102,524 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 98,882 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 96,131 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nsf tyre worn inner edge

osf tyre worn inner edge

Pass 23 Dec 2013 86,365 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2013 78,056 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 78,056 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 69,337 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 58,972 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 45,759 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 37,342 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 32,158 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 27,403 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 22,499 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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YR52 YGW is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YR52 YGW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR52 YGW registered?

YR52 YGW is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is YR52 YGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR52 YGW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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