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LR58 VBD

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

94,085 mi
Last recorded94,085 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 VBD
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 94,085 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 94,085 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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 Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front fog light bulb

Pass 30 Aug 2024 90,949 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 87,307 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2023 87,307 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 84,102 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 80,754 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 77,854 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 77,852 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

hand brake has little reserve travel

Pass 24 Oct 2019 72,316 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted n/s & o/s (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 64,398 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 64,398 miles

Central Front Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment handbrake lever has excessive travel (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 57,378 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 49,714 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Tyre has nail in tread

Oil leaks

Pass 14 Oct 2015 46,176 miles

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

Side wall damage to nearside front, nearside rear & offside front tyres

Fail 14 Oct 2015 46,176 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Side wall damage to nearside front, nearside rear & offside front tyres

Pass 27 Oct 2014 41,877 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Oct 2014 41,877 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 34,523 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 34,523 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 29,332 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 19,340 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 19,226 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front 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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LR58 VBD is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc 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 LR58 VBD, 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 LR58 VBD registered?

LR58 VBD is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is LR58 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR58 VBD 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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