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FP58 AHA

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

179,068 mi
Last recorded179,068 miles
Recorded on22 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP58 AHA
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2021 179,068 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 173,736 miles

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

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

drivers sun visor missing

Fail 12 Jun 2020 173,736 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

drivers sun visor missing

Pass 15 Apr 2019 155,448 miles

N/S/R Tyre perished and worn.

Windscreen damaged.

Fail 9 Apr 2019 154,985 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

N/S/R Tyre perished and worn.

Windscreen damaged.

Pass 15 Mar 2018 135,684 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 135,463 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake binding both rears (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 114,542 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2017 114,542 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 95,765 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 95,614 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside edge (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 8 Nov 2014 73,504 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 73,504 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 56,300 miles

Front brake discs worn.

N/S/F Tyre worn on outer edges.

O/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2012 34,059 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 14,117 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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FP58 AHA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP58 AHA, 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 FP58 AHA registered?

FP58 AHA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 November 2008.

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