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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi. Check any Ibiza Fr Mpi by registration number below.

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90.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.8%

vs SEAT Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi — MOT Reliability Overview

The SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi has an average MOT pass rate of 90.7%, which is 3.8 percentage points above the SEAT brand average of 86.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Ibiza Fr Mpi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Ibiza Fr Mpi for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 1,411 vehicles

92.3%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

9.1%

Mileage at 3yr

33k mi

Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

2019

Based on 3,351 vehicles

89.1%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

13.0%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

0

Based on 1,988 vehicles

90.7%Excellent
SEAT average: 86.9%
Mileage at 5yr

26k mi

Top MOT Failures — SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi

The most common reasons a SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.0%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.0%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

0.9%
4

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

0.8%
5

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

0.7%
SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

1.3%

Front Nearside

0.9%

Offside

0.9%

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Compare MOT reliability across SEAT models.

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87.3% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi

SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi?
The average MOT pass rate for the SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi is 90.7% compared to the SEAT average of 86.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi?
The most common MOT failures on the SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.0%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.0%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (0.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.7%, the SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi?
Typical mileage for the SEAT Ibiza Fr Mpi: 32,755 miles at 3 years, 56,621 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Ibiza Fr Mpi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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