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SD05 VFJ

2005 Seat Ibiza Reference

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

73,872 mi
Last recorded73,872 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Seat Ibiza Reference48,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD05 VFJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza Reference
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2013 73,872 miles

corrosion on fuel filter

corrosion on power steering pipes

cracking on both rear suspension front mountings

cracking on offside front suspension rear mounting

imbalance on rear brake close to max limit

nearside washer efficency

Fail 20 Oct 2013 73,774 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

coolant on min mark

corrosion on fuel filter

corrosion on power steering pipes

cracking on both rear suspension front mountings

cracking on offside front suspension rear mounting

imbalance on rear brake close to max limit

nearside washer efficency

offside front tyre close to limits

Pass 23 Oct 2012 68,377 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 67,902 miles

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

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

rear silencer poor

Pass 16 Mar 2012 67,584 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 67,584 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 57,660 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 48,214 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 39,670 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 31,377 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza Reference?

Based on 1,797 MOT tests across 532 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
4,854
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Stop lamp not working 11
position lamp(s) not working 7
Headlamp aim too high 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
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SD05 VFJ is a 2005 Seat Ibiza Reference in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Seat Ibiza Reference models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 48,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza Reference fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SD05 VFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza Reference typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Seat Ibiza Reference is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SD05 VFJ registered?

SD05 VFJ is a 2005 Seat Ibiza Reference, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is SD05 VFJ safe to buy?

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