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SEAT IBIZA2011 · 1.4L PETROL

OO 18

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Free vehicle summary for OO 18: 2011 SEAT IBIZA (RED, PETROL). Mileage: 104,817. MOT: valid. Tax: taxed.

MOT
Valid
Expires 30/11/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/01/2027
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2011
Engine
1390cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent inspection on 08 November 2025 at 104,817 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently achieved passes following immediate failures. While the record shows two instances of failure in 2023 and 2025, the owner has clearly been proactive in rectifying defects rather than allowing them to persist between tests. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. The data shows steady usage with 7,648 miles covered between December 2023 and November 2024, and another 8,780 miles covered between November 2024 and November 2025. This regular interval suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent rubber components and seals from drying out or brakes from seizing. While the most recent test recorded no defects, the history of failures suggests the vehicle may require attention to specific mechanical components prone to wear. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of tearing, as these are common points of failure on this model at this mileage. Checking the brake discs for uneven wear or binding calipers is also advisable, as previous failures indicate the braking system has previously reached the limit of its tolerance.

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75
/ 100 · Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent inspection on 08 November 2025 at 104,817 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently achieved passes following immediate failures. While the record shows two instances of failure in 2023 and 2025, the owner has clearly been proactive in rectifying defects rather than allowing them to persist between tests. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. The data shows steady usage with 7,648 miles covered between December 2023 and November 2024, and another 8,780 miles covered between November 2024 and November 2025. This regular interval suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent rubber components and seals from drying out or brakes from seizing. While the most recent test recorded no defects, the history of failures suggests the vehicle may require attention to specific mechanical components prone to wear. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of tearing, as these are common points of failure on this model at this mileage. Checking the brake discs for uneven wear or binding calipers is also advisable, as previous failures indicate the braking system has previously reached the limit of its tolerance.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2011 Seat Ibiza (OO 18) has a recorded MOT history spanning from November 2023 to November 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Across its entire MOT history, this Seat has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (12 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 26 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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