2020 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,122 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.4% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.1% | 109 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.4% | 72 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.1% | 45 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 24 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.8% | 16 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 11 |
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 | 68 |
| 2 | Washers | 67 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 46 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 11 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 9 |
| 6 | Wipers | 8 |
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 | 22.4% | 475 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.8% | 186 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.3% | 91 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.0% | 42 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.4% | 30 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.4% | 29 |
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 | 1,240 | 7.3% |
| 30-60k | 823 | 10.6% |
| 60-90k | 56 | 8.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 86 | 10.5% |
| 2023 | 698 | 6.9% |
| 2024 | 666 | 8.7% |
| 2025 | 672 | 10.1% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Ibiza Fr Mpi
Before buying a 2020 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.1% 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 (3.4% 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 2020 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpis pass their MOT?
91.4% of the 2,122 2020 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Seat Ibiza Fr Mpi?
Tyres, recorded in 5.1% of tests, followed by visibility (3.4%).
Does the 2020 Ibiza Fr Mpi get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.3% in the 0-30k band to 8.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,122 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.