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MF58 BVY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Orange Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

77,673 mi
Last recorded77,673 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 BVY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 77,673 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 May 2026 77,671 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 73,215 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jul 2025 73,215 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 66,174 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 66,173 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2023 57,867 miles

Central Front sli ghy exhuast blow front joint has been repaired back box rusting

Pass 27 Sep 2022 55,160 miles

Nearside front shock absorber covered with a slight misting of oil.

Slight leak of gases at front section of exhaust system.

Fail 27 Sep 2022 55,160 miles

Headlamp aim too high Nearside and offside. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside front shock absorber covered with a slight misting of oil.

Slight leak of gases at front section of exhaust system.

Pass 23 Sep 2021 50,702 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 50,702 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended jammed (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 48,275 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 43,964 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 38,425 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 32,427 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 25,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold very inner edge as well (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 17,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall deteriorated

Offside Front Tyre sidewall deteriorated

Pass 19 Sep 2014 14,284 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 12,002 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 9,098 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 9,098 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 6,265 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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MF58 BVY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Orange with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MF58 BVY, 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 MF58 BVY registered?

MF58 BVY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is MF58 BVY safe to buy?

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