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YX53 CWJ

2003 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

108,532 mi
Last recorded108,532 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 CWJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 108,532 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 106,030 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 102,676 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 97,761 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 90,333 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 82,815 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 82,815 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 76,952 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 71,648 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 66,018 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2011 58,654 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2010 52,301 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2009 46,355 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2008 40,277 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 34,048 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 25,496 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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YX53 CWJ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YX53 CWJ, 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 YX53 CWJ registered?

YX53 CWJ is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is YX53 CWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX53 CWJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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