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BP57 MVJ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

187,404 mi
Last recorded187,404 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 MVJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 187,404 miles

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 22 Feb 2020 172,093 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2020 172,093 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 154,848 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Feb 2018 149,432 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 144,747 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 134,799 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 125,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Feb 2015 125,423 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2014 115,548 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 103,708 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 103,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 79,596 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 55,499 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 54,927 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

engine misfiring

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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BP57 MVJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BP57 MVJ, 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 BP57 MVJ registered?

BP57 MVJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BP57 MVJ safe to buy?

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