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DA57 XJO

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,125 mi
Last recorded34,125 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 XJO
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 34,125 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 20 May 2026 34,125 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 31,454 miles

EPC Light ON

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 31,454 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EPC Light ON

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 27,357 miles

Central slight blow in exhaust

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 24,019 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover fitted

Fail 22 Mar 2023 24,012 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2022 20,558 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2021 18,957 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover fitted

Fail 29 Jan 2021 18,957 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover fitted

Engine mounting bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 16,173 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 15,729 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 15,214 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 14,469 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 13,538 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 12,156 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 10,645 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 8,851 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 6,814 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 5,184 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 XJO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol 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 XJO, 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 XJO registered?

DA57 XJO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is DA57 XJO safe to buy?

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