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AC53 TLC

2004 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

82,253 mi
Last recorded82,253 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Seat Ibiza64,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC53 TLC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2014 82,253 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

both seat do not tilt

eml on

rear exhaust deteriorated not blowing

Fail 3 Dec 2014 82,253 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

both seat do not tilt

eml on

rear exhaust deteriorated not blowing

Pass 4 Sep 2013 75,532 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 74,738 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 73,845 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake Discs Slightly Corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2011 73,845 miles

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

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

Rear Brake Discs Slightly Corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2010 68,775 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 68,757 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 60,761 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 54,303 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 43,892 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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AC53 TLC is a 2004 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 64,720 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 AC53 TLC, 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 22 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 AC53 TLC registered?

AC53 TLC is a 2004 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is AC53 TLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC53 TLC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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