Seat Ibiza Clx (1994)
1994 Seat Ibiza Clx
CarHunch analysed 666 real MOT records for the 1994 Seat Ibiza Clx. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1994 SEAT IBIZA CLX is in serious trouble: only 5% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning 95 out of every 100 of these cars fail their MOT. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare at 1.8%, so while these Ibizas need work, they're not typically unsafe—just worn out and needing repairs.
At nearly 87,500 miles on average, these cars are heavily used for their age, yet they're still generating meaningful failures and advisories (0.17 failures and 0.2 advisories per vehicle) that point to systemic deterioration rather than isolated issues. If you're considering one, budget for several hundred pounds in repairs before and after MOT, and seriously consider whether a 30-year-old car with this failure rate offers real value over a newer alternative.
What to check before buying a 1994 Seat Ibiza Clx
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 664 | 5% | 0.17 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1994 Seat Ibiza Clx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1994 Seat Ibiza Clx vehicles fall between 61,553 and 93,109 miles.
MOT History Averages
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