2009 SEAT Ibiza 1.4L Petrol · LA53 XXX
2009 SEAT Ibiza (1.4L, petrol). First registered 17 Feb 2009. Recorded mileage 132,882 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- SEAT IBIZA
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,882 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LA53 XXX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
- 132,882 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LA53 XXX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Seat Ibiza (LA53 XXX) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LA53 XXX Mileage History
- 18/07/2023115,921 mi
- 02/07/2024120,140 mi+4,219 mi
- 21/07/2025124,784 mi+4,644 mi
- 17/07/2026132,882 mi+8,098 mi
- 17/07/2026132,882 mi
Average of roughly 5,658 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for SEAT SEAT Ibiza Mk4 (6J)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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