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BF58 CHY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,980 mi
Last recorded77,980 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 CHY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 77,980 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 72,588 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi-pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 68,329 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 68,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front 215/40/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

handbrake travel

Pass 23 Feb 2023 61,273 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 23 Feb 2023 61,272 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/40/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 23 Feb 2022 56,193 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 23 Feb 2022 56,192 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure middle (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 1 Mar 2021 50,667 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 46,811 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 46,810 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2154017 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2019 40,171 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 34,933 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 31,226 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 27,281 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 27,281 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front split (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 24,875 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 22,590 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 20,703 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 16,391 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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BF58 CHY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BF58 CHY, 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 BF58 CHY registered?

BF58 CHY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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