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OE57 UBL

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

100,228 mi
Last recorded100,228 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 UBL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2026 100,228 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy part of catalyst (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 94,731 miles

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

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive misting of oil around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded minor corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 93,865 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2024 93,865 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 93,065 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable driveshaft corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable driveshaft corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 93,065 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable driveshaft corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable driveshaft corroded (6.1.7 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 90,350 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 90,386 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured Engine ecu bracket (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 89,642 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

coolant leak from engine

coolant level low

Pass 5 Oct 2020 88,742 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 88,742 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 87,510 miles

Nearside Front fog light inop

Pass 11 Jul 2018 85,172 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 80,627 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2016 72,824 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 63,577 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 53,565 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side front fog light damaged

Pass 22 Jul 2014 53,565 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side front fog light damaged

Pass 10 Jan 2014 47,763 miles

Exhaust Flexi Pipe Damaged

N/S/R tyre cracking between the treads

O/S/R tyre cracking between the treads

Pass 15 Jan 2013 40,090 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 40,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 31,972 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 24,035 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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OE57 UBL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 OE57 UBL, 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 OE57 UBL registered?

OE57 UBL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 24 January 2008.

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