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YX03 HBZ

2003 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,327 mi
Last recorded77,327 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 HBZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2016 77,327 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 71,529 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

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

exhaust front flexi pipe deteriorated

exhaust rear box corroded and starting to peel

nearside front seat tilt mechanism not working

offside electric window not working

Pass 26 Mar 2014 62,970 miles

Nearside Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Rear exhaust box corroding on outter skin

Pass 27 Mar 2013 55,312 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2013 55,312 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 46,123 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 34,102 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 28,664 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 17,701 miles

Tyres are cracking

Pass 7 Mar 2008 9,369 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 8,036 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 8,031 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 6,945 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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YX03 HBZ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YX03 HBZ, 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 YX03 HBZ registered?

YX03 HBZ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is YX03 HBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX03 HBZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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