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AK58 XYL

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,931 mi
Last recorded71,931 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 XYL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 71,931 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2020 71,930 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/45ZR16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 63,884 miles

wiper blades smearing

Fail 20 Mar 2019 63,884 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

wiper blades smearing

Pass 20 Mar 2018 63,098 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 63,098 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 62,524 miles

both front wipers are smearing slightly

exhaust back box is corroding

Pass 3 Mar 2016 61,829 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 55,125 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 55,123 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front & rear discs corroded

rear silencer corroded,not blowing

Pass 1 Nov 2014 50,832 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 40,908 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 30,294 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2012 30,294 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 21,110 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 XYL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XYL, 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 XYL registered?

AK58 XYL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 15 October 2008.

Is AK58 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 XYL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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