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YX53 FEP

2003 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,472 mi
Last recorded54,472 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Seat Ibiza66,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 FEP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 54,472 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 54,328 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 51,023 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp corroded and slight exhaust blow (7.1.2)

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

brake pedal anti slip worn

Pass 15 Sep 2015 48,641 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 46,272 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cracking slightly

Pass 11 Sep 2013 43,381 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 40,323 miles

Exhaust front pipe is worn

Fail 12 Sep 2012 40,323 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust front pipe is worn

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 36,977 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 36,977 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 34,207 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Sep 2010 34,194 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 30,584 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 25,948 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 19,655 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 19,655 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 13,767 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 13,767 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 FEP is a 2003 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FEP, 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 FEP registered?

YX53 FEP is a 2003 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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