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GP57 JFX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,281 mi
Last recorded99,281 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 JFX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2018 99,281 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Jan 2017 92,024 miles

exhaust system is in poor condition and needs attention

Fail 30 Jan 2017 92,024 miles

Offside Rear Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

exhaust system is in poor condition and needs attention

Pass 25 Jan 2016 83,447 miles

Rear silencer corroded

front exhaust flexible coupling in poor condition

Fail 25 Jan 2016 83,447 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear silencer corroded

front exhaust flexible coupling in poor condition

Pass 19 Jan 2015 73,358 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2014 56,221 miles

exhaust corroded

front discs worn

n/s/f tyre has some damage to sidewall

Pass 7 Jan 2013 50,504 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Feb 2012 44,887 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre worn close to limit and heavy on edges but tread not cut as deep

offside rear tyre worn close to limit on outer edge but tread not cut as deep

Pass 12 Jan 2011 37,415 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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GP57 JFX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GP57 JFX, 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

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What year was GP57 JFX registered?

GP57 JFX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is GP57 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 JFX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GP57 JFX have outstanding finance?

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