SEAT Ibiza MOT Results

Registered in 2011
63.3% pass rate
from 15,892 tests in 2021
(11% worse than other 2011 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2011 cars and highlighted areas where the SEAT Ibiza is unusually good or bad.

  • 13% fail on Suspension (14% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 4.8% fail on Suspension arms (31% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 4.4% fail on Pins and bushes (180% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.41% fail on Ball joint (77% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.044% fail on Ball joint dust cover (88% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.031% fail on Suspension arm
    • 3.8% fail on Anti-roll bars (53% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 2.0% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (150% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.80% fail on Ball joint dust cover (140% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.77% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 0.24% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.050% fail on Linkage (73% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Linkage pins and bushes
      • 0.019% fail on Anti-roll bar
      • 0.0063% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 2.7% fail on Springs (41% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 2.7% fail on Coil springs (41% better than other 2011 cars)
        • 2.7% fail on Coil spring (41% better than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.025% fail on Mounting
    • 2.7% fail on Shock absorbers (2 times worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.56% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.18% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.094% fail on Pins and bushes (99% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.063% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.019% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.0063% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.076% fail on Other suspension component (61% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.031% fail on Ball joint (72% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.025% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0063% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0063% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.0063% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.038% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.031% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0063% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.013% fail on Axles (87% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Stub axle
      • 0.0063% fail on Swivel joints/housing
    • 0.0063% fail on Air/gas/fluid suspension
      • 0.0063% fail on Suspension unit
    • 0.0063% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas
  • 11% fail on Brakes (55% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 6.9% fail on Brake performance (110% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 3.6% fail on Service brake performance (130% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 3.6% fail on Rbt (130% worse than other 2011 cars)
          • 3.2% fail on Service brake performance (130% worse than other 2011 cars)
          • 0.71% fail on Service brake imbalance (130% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.031% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.019% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
          • 0.013% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0063% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0063% fail on Service brake performance
      • 3.5% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (150% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 3.5% fail on Rbt (sp) (170% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
        • 0.0063% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 1.5% fail on Parking brake performance (160% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 1.5% fail on Rbt (160% worse than other 2011 cars)
          • 1.3% fail on Parking brake performance (160% worse than other 2011 cars)
          • 0.13% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance) (150% worse than other 2011 cars)
          • 0.050% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles) (2 times worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.031% fail on Decelerometer (3 times worse than other 2011 cars)
          • 0.025% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles) (5 times worse than other 2011 cars)
          • 0.0063% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.025% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.013% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.013% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
      • 1.3% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (180% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 1.3% fail on Rbt (sp) (190% worse than other 2011 cars)
          • 1.1% fail on Service brake imbalance (2 times worse than other 2011 cars)
          • 0.33% fail on Service brake performance (48% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 2.5% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 1.5% fail on Brake linings and pads (28% better than other 2011 cars)
        • 1.5% fail on Brake pads (28% better than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.025% fail on Brake linings
      • 1.2% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 1.2% fail on Brake discs
        • 0.025% fail on Brake drums (3 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.15% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (100% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.094% fail on Lever (3 times worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.038% fail on Cable
        • 0.019% fail on Linkage (5 times worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on Rod
        • 0.0063% fail on Pivot
    • 1.6% fail on Parking brake control (4 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 1.6% fail on Lever (5 times worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 1.0% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (2 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.92% fail on Hand lever (4 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Pedal
    • 0.42% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.38% fail on Anti-lock braking system
      • 0.063% fail on Electronic stability control (72% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Electronic braking system
    • 0.39% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders) (2 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.32% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder (11 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.069% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.13% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.094% fail on Brake fluid
      • 0.025% fail on Valves (7 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Master cylinder
    • 0.094% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.082% fail on Rigid brake pipes (86% better than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.025% fail on Air and vacuum systems (3 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Leaks (6 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Servos
    • 0.0063% fail on Hand operated control valves
      • 0.0063% fail on Attachment
  • 8.7% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (16% better than other 2011 cars)
    • 3.1% fail on Headlamp aim (15% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 2.8% fail on Headlamp aim (16% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.28% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 2.7% fail on Headlamps
      • 2.5% fail on Headlamp
      • 0.10% fail on Headlamp levelling device
      • 0.025% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
      • 0.019% fail on Dipswitch
    • 1.8% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
    • 0.84% fail on Stop lamp (65% better than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.58% fail on Direction indicators (67% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.58% fail on Flashing type (67% better than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.31% fail on Individual direction indicators (70% better than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.25% fail on Side repeaters (62% better than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on All direction indicators (84% better than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.50% fail on Reversing lamps (120% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.50% fail on Reversing lamps (120% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.30% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.14% fail on Battery(ies)
      • 0.14% fail on Horn
      • 0.019% fail on Electrical wiring
    • 0.21% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (53% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Rear fog lamp (53% better than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.21% fail on Rear fog lamp (52% better than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.18% fail on Rear reflectors (2 times worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.11% fail on Position lamp
      • 0.0063% fail on All position lamps
    • 0.038% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.038% fail on Switch
    • 0.013% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.0063% fail on Main beam tell-tale
      • 0.0063% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
  • 7.2% fail on Tyres (22% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 3.9% fail on Tread depth (20% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 3.5% fail on Condition (24% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.35% fail on Size/type (140% worse than other 2011 cars)
  • 5.9% fail on Visibility (22% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 3.7% fail on Washers (55% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 2.3% fail on Wipers
    • 0.088% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.088% fail on View to rear
      • 0.082% fail on Mirrors
      • 0.0063% fail on Indirect vision devices
    • 0.063% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.063% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.013% fail on Driver's view
  • 5.3% fail on Body, chassis, structure (70% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 3.3% fail on Exhaust system (160% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 1.1% fail on Transmission
      • 1.0% fail on Drive shafts
        • 1.0% fail on Joints
        • 0.025% fail on Drive shaft
        • 0.013% fail on Flexible couplings
      • 0.038% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.038% fail on Joints
      • 0.0063% fail on Belts
    • 0.47% fail on Doors (2 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.36% fail on Driver's door (7 times worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.35% fail on Door condition (7 times worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.0063% fail on Catch
      • 0.069% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.069% fail on Door condition
      • 0.044% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.044% fail on Door condition
    • 0.25% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.17% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
      • 0.044% fail on System (3 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Tank
      • 0.013% fail on Pipe
      • 0.0063% fail on Hose
    • 0.17% fail on Seats (2 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Passenger's seat (3 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.063% fail on Driver's seat
    • 0.088% fail on Boot lid (4 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.088% fail on Boot lid condition (4 times worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.050% fail on Body
      • 0.044% fail on Other body component
      • 0.0063% fail on Panel
    • 0.025% fail on Bumpers (72% better than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.019% fail on Load security (5 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Tailgate (5 times worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.013% fail on Tailgate condition (7 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.0063% fail on Loading door
    • 0.013% fail on Undertray
    • 0.0063% fail on Chassis
      • 0.0063% fail on Chassis condition
    • 0.0063% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.0063% fail on Engine mounting condition
    • 0.0063% fail on Passenger compartment
  • 3.7% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (49% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 3.5% fail on Exhaust emissions (51% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 2.3% fail on Spark ignition (47% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 1.0% fail on Catalyst emissions (59% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.98% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (26% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.46% fail on Emissions not tested (110% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.019% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.013% fail on Oxygen sensor
          • 0.0063% fail on Other emission control equipment
      • 1.4% fail on Compression ignition (63% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 1.1% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (150% worse than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.11% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.082% fail on On or after 01/07/2008 (70% better than other 2011 cars)
        • 0.057% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.013% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.013% fail on Particulate filter
        • 0.013% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
        • 0.013% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
    • 0.25% fail on Fluid leaks (59% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.15% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.082% fail on Other leaks (3 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Transmission oil leaks
      • 0.013% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
  • 1.3% fail on Steering (31% better than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.76% fail on Steering linkage components (51% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.57% fail on Track rod end (60% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.076% fail on Drag link end (2 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.069% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.044% fail on Steering arm (7 times worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Other components
        • 0.0063% fail on Steering component
        • 0.0063% fail on Steering linkage
      • 0.0063% fail on Locking devices
    • 0.16% fail on Power steering (140% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Operation (180% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.038% fail on Other components
      • 0.013% fail on Pipes and hoses
      • 0.0063% fail on Rams
    • 0.16% fail on Electronic power steering (6 times worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.14% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.14% fail on Steering rack
      • 0.0063% fail on Operation
    • 0.10% fail on Steering play (97% worse than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Steering rack (100% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.0063% fail on Steering column
  • 0.64% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.42% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.23% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.20% fail on Condition (36% better than other 2011 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Attachment
      • 0.013% fail on Requirements
      • 0.0063% fail on Prescribed areas
      • 0.0063% fail on Pre-tensioners
    • 0.013% fail on Airbags
      • 0.013% fail on Drivers airbag
      • 0.0063% fail on Passengers airbag
  • 0.53% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.49% fail on Attachment (58% worse than other 2011 cars)
    • 0.038% fail on Condition (64% better than other 2011 cars)
  • 0.35% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.35% fail on Registration plates
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