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GJ58 FRV

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

96,857 mi
Last recorded96,857 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 FRV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 96,857 miles

2 stone chips in offside of windscreen

Front brake discs corroded, but pads are ok

Offside front seat belt buckle casing missing

Fail 10 Jun 2026 96,857 miles

2 stone chips in offside of windscreen

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

Front brake discs corroded, but pads are ok

Offside front seat belt buckle casing missing

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 94,004 miles

2 stone chips in offside of windscreen

Front brake discs corroded, but pads are ok

Offside front seat belt buckle casing missing

Fail 9 Jun 2025 94,004 miles

2 stone chips in offside of windscreen

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

Front brake discs corroded, but pads are ok

Offside front seat belt buckle casing missing

Pass 10 Jun 2024 91,032 miles

2 stone chips in offside of windscreen

Offside front seat belt buckle casing missing

Fail 6 Jun 2024 91,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

2 stone chips in offside of windscreen

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

Nearside front suspension arm rear bus worn

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside front seat belt buckle casing missing

Offside front suspension arm rear bush worn out

Pass 9 Jun 2023 88,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60 R 15 84H (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60 R 15 84H (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2023 88,313 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60 R 15 84H (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60 R 15 84H (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 82,976 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 80,637 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 76,165 miles

Offside Front Drivers seat belt buckle casing missing

Offside Front Lower Stone chip in windscreen, offside bottom corner area

Fail 21 Feb 2020 76,165 miles

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

Offside Front Drivers seat belt buckle casing missing

Offside Front Lower Stone chip in windscreen, offside bottom corner area

Pass 27 Feb 2019 73,462 miles

Chip in windscreen not affecting drivers view

Wipers slightly smeary

Fail 27 Feb 2019 73,462 miles

Chip in windscreen not affecting drivers view

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

Wipers slightly smeary

Pass 20 Feb 2018 69,534 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 67,390 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 67,390 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 62,079 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 55,742 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 45,393 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 32,973 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 32,973 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 23,873 miles

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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GJ58 FRV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 GJ58 FRV, 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 GJ58 FRV?

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What year was GJ58 FRV registered?

GJ58 FRV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is GJ58 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ58 FRV shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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