SEAT IBIZA MOT pass rate
73.9% of 296,634 SEAT IBIZA MOT tests pass.
The IBIZA passes 73.9% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all SEAT models (80.3%).
The SEAT IBIZA passes 73.9% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the SEAT IBIZA tested at 0–3 years pass 92.0% of the time, compared with just 60.3% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 92.0% | 11,925 | 23,440 miles |
| 3–6 years | 88.4% | 53,792 | 36,155 miles |
| 6–10 years | 74.3% | 100,090 | 60,974 miles |
| 10–15 years | 67.7% | 100,312 | 89,703 miles |
| 15+ years | 60.3% | 30,515 | 102,918 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the SEAT IBIZA
The most common reason the SEAT IBIZA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 42.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 42.0% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 41.7% | Not working |
| Brakes | 37.7% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Tyres | 27.1% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 17.9% | Provides insufficient washer liquid |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 12.6% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Body, chassis, structure | 12.3% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Steering | 11.0% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.3% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 1.6% | Fixing missing |
Related SEAT models
- SEAT LEON — 82.8% pass rate
- SEAT ARONA — 88.4% pass rate
- SEAT ATECA — 91.3% pass rate
- SEAT ALHAMBRA — 78.9% pass rate
- SEAT MII — 83.3% pass rate
- SEAT ALTEA — 66.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT IBIZA?
- 73.9% of SEAT IBIZA MOT tests pass, based on 296,634 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the SEAT IBIZA?
- The most common reason the SEAT IBIZA fails its MOT is suspension — present in 42.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
- Does this show the SEAT IBIZA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the SEAT service history guide for how to check and keep one.