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G216 LGJ

1989 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,409 mi
Last recorded46,409 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2013
Typical for 1989 Seat Ibiza50,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG216 LGJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2013 46,409 miles

o/s/r wheel rusted

Fail 7 Jun 2013 46,409 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

o/s/r wheel rusted

Pass 28 Jun 2011 46,376 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 46,357 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 46,330 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 46,330 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 46,226 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

the rear ex box is fragile but not leaking at time of test

we advise some rear brake pipescan not be seen[between floor and tank hence can not be tested but visible ones are fine

Pass 8 Jun 2007

small heat crack in ex manifold slight leak when cold but seals when warm some brake pipes out of sight but others appear good

Fail 27 May 2006 45,917 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2006 45,917 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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G216 LGJ is a 1989 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1989 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 50,935 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 G216 LGJ, 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 37 years old, this Seat Ibiza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G216 LGJ registered?

G216 LGJ is a 1989 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 September 1989.

Is G216 LGJ safe to buy?

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