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FY58 EXR

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

71,458 mi
Last recorded71,458 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 EXR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 71,458 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced eye (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 59,714 miles

reverse light not working

Fail 22 May 2025 59,711 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

reverse light not working

Pass 3 Jun 2024 39,410 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 38,141 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 36,784 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2022 36,784 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 35,552 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 34,477 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 31,373 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside rear tyre perished and cracking on tread

Pass 20 Apr 2018 28,390 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 28,389 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 9 May 2017 25,629 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 237,775 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 21,257 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 18,376 miles

Nearside front damper dust cover split

Fail 5 Sep 2014 18,376 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside front damper dust cover split

Pass 9 Sep 2013 15,572 miles

Both front shocker boots split and damage

front pads less half worn

Pass 17 Sep 2012 10,880 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 8,220 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 8,220 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FY58 EXR is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FY58 EXR, 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 FY58 EXR registered?

FY58 EXR is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 20 September 2008.

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