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GJ58 UPK

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

108,682 mi
Last recorded108,682 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 UPK
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 108,682 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 103,073 miles

Nearside Front wing corroded

Offside Front wing corroded

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2023 97,214 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 93,250 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 87,399 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 83,250 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 83,250 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 80,693 miles

Offside Front spring not sitting right

Pass 6 Sep 2018 75,941 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 75,941 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 72,860 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 70,008 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 66,764 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 62,178 miles

rear discs inner face corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2013 55,388 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 55,388 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 46,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 46,296 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 30,948 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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GJ58 UPK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GJ58 UPK, 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 GJ58 UPK registered?

GJ58 UPK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is GJ58 UPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ58 UPK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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