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SEAT Ibiza MOT Results

Registered in 2017
82.3% pass rate
from 16,135 tests in 2021
(38% worse than other 2017 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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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 2017 cars and highlighted areas where the SEAT Ibiza is unusually good or bad.

  • 7.1% fail on Visibility (93% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 4.8% fail on Wipers (77% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 2.7% fail on Washers (170% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on View to rear (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Mirrors (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0062% fail on Indirect vision devices
    • 0.093% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.093% fail on Windscreen
  • 4.4% fail on Tyres (28% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 2.4% fail on Tread depth (54% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 2.0% fail on Condition
    • 0.12% fail on Size/type (160% worse than other 2017 cars)
  • 2.8% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
    • 1.6% fail on Headlamp aim (26% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 1.6% fail on Headlamp aim (28% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.037% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.33% fail on Headlamps (35% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.29% fail on Headlamp (32% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.031% fail on Headlamp levelling device
      • 0.0062% fail on Dipswitch
      • 0.0062% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
    • 0.27% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
    • 0.25% fail on Reversing lamps (6 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.25% fail on Reversing lamps (6 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.13% fail on Direction indicators (47% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Flashing type (47% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.11% fail on Side repeaters
        • 0.025% fail on Individual direction indicators
    • 0.093% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.050% fail on Battery(ies) (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.037% fail on Horn
      • 0.0062% fail on Electrical wiring
    • 0.081% fail on Rear reflectors (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.074% fail on Stop lamp (78% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.043% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (69% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.043% fail on Rear fog lamp (69% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.043% fail on Rear fog lamp (69% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.031% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.025% fail on Position lamp
      • 0.0062% fail on All position lamps
    • 0.0062% fail on Mandatory tell-tales
      • 0.0062% fail on Main beam tell-tale
  • 2.5% fail on Brakes (19% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.5% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 1.2% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 1.2% fail on Brake pads
      • 0.50% fail on Brake discs and drums (47% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.50% fail on Brake discs (47% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.056% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (5 times worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.031% fail on Cable (8 times worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.025% fail on Lever (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.77% fail on Brake performance (61% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.45% fail on Service brake performance (58% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.44% fail on Rbt (58% worse than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.40% fail on Service brake performance (72% worse than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.062% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.0062% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0062% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.29% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (130% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.29% fail on Rbt (sp) (140% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.074% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.074% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.062% fail on Service brake imbalance
          • 0.019% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.043% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.037% fail on Rbt
          • 0.025% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.0062% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.0062% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.0062% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0062% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.0062% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 0.20% fail on Parking brake control (150% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Lever (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.11% fail on Hand lever (190% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.068% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.056% fail on Electronic stability control
      • 0.025% fail on Anti-lock braking system
    • 0.025% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.012% fail on Rigid brake pipes
    • 0.0062% fail on Hand operated control valves
      • 0.0062% fail on Attachment
    • 0.0062% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.0062% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
  • 1.5% fail on Suspension (72% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.92% fail on Suspension arms (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.87% fail on Pins and bushes (6 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.025% fail on Ball joint (68% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.025% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0062% fail on Suspension arm
    • 0.37% fail on Shock absorbers (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Anti-roll bars
      • 0.056% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 0.043% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.012% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0062% fail on Linkage
    • 0.11% fail on Springs (69% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Coil springs (69% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.11% fail on Coil spring (69% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.031% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.025% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.019% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting (5 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0062% fail on Macpherson strut
    • 0.019% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.012% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.0062% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.0062% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.0062% fail on Ball joint dust cover
  • 0.77% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (41% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.77% fail on Exhaust emissions (48% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.77% fail on Spark ignition (150% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.45% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (130% worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.33% fail on Catalyst emissions (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.031% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.019% fail on Emission control equipment (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.012% fail on Oxygen sensor (39 times worse than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.0062% fail on Catalytic converter
        • 0.0062% fail on Non catalyst emissions
  • 0.58% fail on Steering (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.56% fail on Steering linkage components (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.52% fail on Track rod end (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.025% fail on Ball joint (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Steering arm (12 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.012% fail on Electronic power steering
    • 0.0062% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.0062% fail on Steering rack
  • 0.41% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (73% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.25% fail on Seat belts (88% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.24% fail on Condition (97% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0062% fail on Attachment
    • 0.16% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
  • 0.25% fail on Road Wheels (58% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.22% fail on Attachment (110% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.037% fail on Condition
  • 0.20% fail on Body, chassis, structure (36% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.050% fail on Bumpers (160% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.037% fail on Transmission (64% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.037% fail on Drive shafts
        • 0.031% fail on Joints (67% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0062% fail on Drive shaft
    • 0.037% fail on Seats
      • 0.031% fail on Driver's seat
      • 0.0062% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.025% fail on Exhaust system
    • 0.019% fail on Body
      • 0.019% fail on Other body component
    • 0.012% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.012% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.012% fail on Doors
      • 0.012% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.012% fail on Door condition
    • 0.0062% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.0062% fail on Boot lid condition
  • 0.19% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.19% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.0062% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.0062% fail on Belt(s)/padding
Read the Honest John Review

  • SEAT Ibiza (2017 on)
    Excellent 1.0-litre petrol engine. Calm and comfortable ride quality. Big boot. Improved infotainment from 2021.
  • SEAT Ibiza (2008 - 2017)
    Cheap to run. five star Euro NCAP rating, clear and simple dash layout. Facelifted with improved engine range from spring 2012.

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