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DA57 XJN

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

177,162 mi
Last recorded177,162 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 XJN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 177,162 miles

Nearside front wing Corroded but not likely to cause injury

Offside front wing Corroded but not likely to cause injury

Offside outer body sill corroded though does not encroach upon nor seriously weaken any prescribed area

Fail 10 Feb 2026 177,162 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall - 205/45R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside front wing Corroded but not likely to cause injury

Offside front wing Corroded but not likely to cause injury

Offside outer body sill corroded though does not encroach upon nor seriously weaken any prescribed area

Pass 6 Feb 2025 140,420 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 134,161 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust box outer casing deteriorating

Fail 19 Jan 2024 134,161 miles

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

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust box outer casing deteriorating

Pass 13 Jan 2023 130,631 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 130,631 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 126,535 miles

offside wing mirror damaged

Pass 27 Nov 2020 121,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 118,047 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 115,951 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 113,658 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 113,658 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 110,363 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 101,370 miles

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 21 Nov 2014 94,309 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 88,313 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 80,054 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)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 72,782 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 58,833 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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DA57 XJN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DA57 XJN, 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 DA57 XJN registered?

DA57 XJN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is DA57 XJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA57 XJN shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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