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LJ58 FKP

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

143,016 mi
Last recorded143,016 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 FKP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 143,016 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of car (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 135,513 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 128,835 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 123,629 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 123,625 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2021 117,300 miles

Central Front EXHAUST JOIN POOR

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 113,225 miles

rear exhaust outer skin corroded and central clamps broken

Fail 12 Oct 2020 113,225 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust outer skin corroded and central clamps broken

Pass 7 Sep 2019 102,128 miles

O/S/R LOWER SIDE LAMP NOT WORKING

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED OUTER SKIN

REAR TYRES PERISHED 215/40 17

Fail 7 Sep 2019 102,127 miles

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

O/S/R LOWER SIDE LAMP NOT WORKING

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED OUTER SKIN

REAR TYRES PERISHED 215/40 17

Pass 8 Sep 2018 90,159 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 90,159 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 78,341 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 71,676 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 61,619 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 51,122 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 42,459 miles

Rear exhaust sliencer rusty

Pass 31 Aug 2012 33,186 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 23,357 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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LJ58 FKP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 LJ58 FKP, 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 LJ58 FKP registered?

LJ58 FKP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is LJ58 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 FKP 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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