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AK58 XYG

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

122,626 mi
Last recorded122,626 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 XYG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 122,626 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2016 106,763 miles

crack across bottom of screen

Pass 26 Nov 2015 91,243 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 14 Nov 2015 91,243 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 12 Nov 2014 75,417 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre tread depth on the legal limit!!!

Offside front tyre tread depth on the legal limit!!!

Fail 24 Nov 2013 54,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2013 54,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Nov 2013 54,136 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 36,198 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,211 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?

Based on 3,964,856 MOT tests across 342,511 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,230
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
342,511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 119,614
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,702
Stop lamp not working 50,601
position lamp(s) not working 45,153
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 43,548
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AK58 XYG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 67,484 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 119,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK58 XYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK58 XYG registered?

AK58 XYG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is AK58 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 XYG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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