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98LS556

1998 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

153,955 mi
Last recorded153,955 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2008
Typical for 1998 Seat Ibiza80,858 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration98LS556
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Jan 2008 153,955 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

both rear brake hoses slighty corroded

nearside rear seatbelt retracting slowly

Pass 22 Jan 2008 153,955 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

both rear brake hoses slighty corroded

nearside rear seatbelt retracting slowly

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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98LS556 is a 1998 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 80,858 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 98LS556, 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 28 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 98LS556 registered?

98LS556 is a 1998 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is 98LS556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 98LS556 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 98LS556 have outstanding finance?

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