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A27 DSR

2009 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

68,975 mi
Last recorded68,975 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Seat Ibiza66,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 DSR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 68,975 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2026 68,966 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre pipe sleeve loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 63,011 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 63,011 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2024 61,665 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 59,176 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 59,175 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 56,371 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 43,812 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 53,399 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 49,970 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 47,393 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 47,391 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe.as marked (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

reverse light inop. pre01/ 09/09

Pass 15 Feb 2019 45,625 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 45,625 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 39,583 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

drivers inside door handle loose, advise replacement,still able to open the door from the inside.

Fail 9 Feb 2018 39,583 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

drivers inside door handle loose, advise replacement,still able to open the door from the inside.

Pass 13 Feb 2017 34,190 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Feb 2017 34,190 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 27,595 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 27,595 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 24,876 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2014 18,429 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 18,429 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2013 13,847 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 11,993 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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A27 DSR is a 2009 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2009 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 66,138 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 A27 DSR, 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 17 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 A27 DSR registered?

A27 DSR is a 2009 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 5 June 2009.

Is A27 DSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A27 DSR shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A27 DSR have outstanding finance?

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