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YT03 XAC

2003 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,955 mi
Last recorded100,955 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT03 XAC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 100,955 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 100,907 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust coroded

Pass 31 May 2018 94,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 86,300 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2017 86,295 miles

Front Anti-roll bar locating pin incorrectly positioned Antiu roll bar fouling body on offside (2.4.G.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2016 77,927 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 69,801 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2015 69,792 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 63,636 miles

Dashboard display indicates low oil level

Fail 29 May 2014 63,634 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Dashboard display indicates low oil level

Pass 16 May 2013 56,643 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 52,475 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2011 49,975 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 46,467 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 42,093 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 35,477 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 28,766 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 20,951 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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YT03 XAC is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YT03 XAC, 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 YT03 XAC registered?

YT03 XAC is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is YT03 XAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT03 XAC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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