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YX53 EKF

2003 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

57,088 mi
Last recorded57,088 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 EKF
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 57,088 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 57,072 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 50,641 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 50,641 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 46,660 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 37,448 miles

front tyers worn on inner

Fail 17 Sep 2014 37,447 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front tyers worn on inner

Pass 9 Sep 2013 29,813 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 27,952 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 25,999 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

scraping noise from rear brakes

Pass 11 Sep 2010 23,943 miles

Rear brake drums screech/noisey

Fail 10 Sep 2010 23,943 miles

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

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

Rear brake drums screech/noisey

Pass 10 Sep 2009 22,012 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 19,669 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 16,533 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 13,746 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 13,746 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 EKF is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YX53 EKF, 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 YX53 EKF registered?

YX53 EKF is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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