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AP57 XEY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,746 mi
Last recorded143,746 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 XEY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 143,746 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 138,038 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 128,888 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 113,694 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre becoming mis-shapen

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

Fail 6 Sep 2016 113,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre becoming mis-shapen

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 99,623 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 99,623 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 81,348 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 66,207 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 66,207 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 54,136 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 40,740 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 37,220 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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AP57 XEY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AP57 XEY, 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 AP57 XEY registered?

AP57 XEY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is AP57 XEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP57 XEY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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