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DY58 EZT

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,083 mi
Last recorded98,083 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 EZT
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 98,083 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underbody corrosion

Pass 17 May 2025 93,546 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2025 93,546 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 88,902 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion on coil springs

Pass 6 Jan 2023 87,504 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion on all coil springs

corrosion on both front wings

Pass 2 Nov 2021 84,360 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 80,137 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake binding but not excessively osf / nsf (1.2.1 (f))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play nsf / osf (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 80,127 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake binding but not excessively osf / nsf (1.2.1 (f))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play nsf / osf (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 73,100 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 73,100 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 64,780 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 57,040 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear silencer corroded around tail pipe

Pass 1 Sep 2016 50,196 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 50,196 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 41,618 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 2 Sep 2014 33,569 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 25,525 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on tread pattern

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 25,525 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on tread pattern

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 18,710 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 13,694 miles

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

O/S/F Tyre scrubbing inner edge off

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

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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DY58 EZT 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 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 DY58 EZT, 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 DY58 EZT registered?

DY58 EZT is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is DY58 EZT safe to buy?

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