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FY58 OTX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

105,552 mi
Last recorded105,552 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 OTX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 105,552 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2026 105,548 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2025 91,865 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 88,893 miles

Rear REAR EXHAUST BACK BOX CORRODED

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR AXLE BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 85,563 miles

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

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

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

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2022 82,329 miles

exhaust back box rotten

exhaust center box corroded

headlight lenses starting to craze

nsr child seat fitted

nsr tyre worn on inner edge

oil leak

osf brake back plate rotten

Fail 25 Jul 2022 82,280 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center joint blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Power steering component leaking rack leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

exhaust back box rotten

exhaust center box corroded

headlight lenses starting to craze

nsf bottom bj boot leaking grease

nsr child seat fitted

nsr tyre worn on inner edge

oil leak

osf brake back plate rotten

Pass 27 Jul 2021 78,518 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Jul 2021 78,518 miles

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jul 2020 76,490 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 74,801 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 72,944 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2018 72,940 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 70,921 miles

Rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2016 67,694 miles

Front discs corroded

Middle & rear exhaust outer skins corroded

Offside Front shocker dust cover torn

rear shocker dust covers detached

Pass 29 Oct 2015 64,321 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 64,321 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 59,204 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 48,721 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 38,475 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 28,579 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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FY58 OTX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,390cc 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 OTX, 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

How do I check the history of FY58 OTX?

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What year was FY58 OTX registered?

FY58 OTX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 14 October 2008.

Is FY58 OTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 OTX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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