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SEAT IBIZA (2002)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 577 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

70%

Total Tests (2024)

577

Avg Mileage

95,782 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,540

Is the 2002 SEAT IBIZA reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 12 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SEAT brand average of 85%.

At 22 years old, 70% of SEAT IBIZAs from 2002 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 577 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 95,782 miles.

How does the 2002 SEAT IBIZA compare?

Rank among all 2002 cars280th out of 403(top 69%)
Rank among all SEAT models280th out of 311(top 90%)
vs national average-12% (82% avg)
vs 2002 cars average-3% (73% avg)
vs SEAT average-15% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2002 SEAT IBIZA has 95,782 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 162,800 miles for a 22-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a SEAT IBIZA?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2000 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2002 sits between the two at 70%.

How much does a 2002 SEAT IBIZA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1198cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,540
Per month£128/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

SEAT IBIZA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202296%41822,275 mi
202192%17,77124,880 mi
202091%16,24931,941 mi
201991%20,67538,094 mi
201884%24,46346,666 mi
201781%29,66252,963 mi
201679%34,13461,114 mi
201579%33,35267,791 mi
201477%37,08575,703 mi
201376%31,61784,409 mi
201276%26,41489,359 mi
201174%27,44495,507 mi
201073%21,211100,060 mi
200972%18,053101,535 mi
200870%11,260105,184 mi
200769%8,130103,795 mi
200670%5,515104,697 mi
200569%2,839101,688 mi
200470%2,32997,439 mi
200368%1,827100,261 mi
200270%57795,782 mi
200170%28491,763 mi
200068%12483,593 mi
199972%32190,110 mi
199872%19788,430 mi
199772%12777,860 mi
199683%5967,023 mi

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About the 2002 SEAT IBIZA

The 2002 SEAT IBIZA is a city car with a 1198cc petrol engine. 577 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2002, the average MOT pass rate is 73%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 95,782 miles at 22 years old, SEAT IBIZA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2002 SEAT IBIZA Fuel Costs

The modest 1198cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2002 SEAT IBIZA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,540 (£128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 70% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

SEAT IBIZA Reliability Trend

Newer SEAT IBIZAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2002 SEAT IBIZA

At 22 years old, the SEAT IBIZA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 96%.

Alternatives to the 2002 SEAT IBIZA

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: