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AK58 XYS

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,515 mi
Last recorded108,515 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 XYS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 108,515 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 104,681 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Oct 2020 104,672 miles

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 96,153 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 89,972 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 82,936 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 77,957 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 77,957 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 72,074 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2014 67,725 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 67,725 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 59,349 miles

Rear brake discs starting to corrode on the back side.

Fail 3 Oct 2013 59,349 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake discs starting to corrode on the back side.

Pass 11 Oct 2012 50,812 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 42,425 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 40,958 miles

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

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

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 XYS is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XYS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK58 XYS registered?

AK58 XYS is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 September 2008.

Is AK58 XYS safe to buy?

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