Seat Ibiza MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

31.4%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Seat Ibiza vehicles
Based on 360,602 MOT tests
3.4pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 31.4% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Seat Ibiza are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 5.3%
Suspension 5.0%
Brakes 4.0%
Tyres 3.8%
Visibility 3.2%
Body & Chassis 1.3%
Steering 1.1%

How Does This Compare?

Seat Ibiza MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 9.9% 38,074 Tyres
3-5 years 17.3% 178,084 Tyres
6-10 years 31.4% 360,602 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 43.0% 202,954 Suspension
15+ years 49.3% 44,414 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Seat Ibiza reliable?

6-10-year-old Seat Ibiza vehicles have a 31.4% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking lamps & electrics.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Seat Ibiza?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 5.3% failure risk
  • Suspension — 5.0% failure risk
  • Brakes — 4.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my Seat Ibiza for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Seat Ibiza, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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