2019 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 6,314 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.1% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 23.3% in the 90-120k group versus 6.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.8% | 363 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.0% | 188 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.1% | 135 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.3% | 83 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 57 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 42 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 215 |
| 2 | Washers | 154 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 123 |
| 4 | Wipers | 52 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 49 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 38 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.9% | 1,446 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.1% | 640 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.3% | 335 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.7% | 173 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.4% | 153 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.9% | 123 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 3,286 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 2,673 | 12.9% |
| 60-90k | 321 | 18.7% |
| 90-120k | 30 | 23.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,483 | 5.9% |
| 2023 | 1,595 | 9.5% |
| 2024 | 1,603 | 11.6% |
| 2025 | 1,624 | 12.2% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Ibiza Fr Mpi
Before buying a 2019 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (3.0% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (2.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpis pass their MOT?
90.1% of the 6,314 2019 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi?
Tyres, recorded in 5.8% of tests, followed by visibility (3.0%).
Does the 2019 Ibiza Fr Mpi get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 23.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,314 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.