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OE57 UCB

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

95,641 mi
Last recorded95,641 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 UCB
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 95,641 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 95,641 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 92,281 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 88,067 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 88,067 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 83,812 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 83,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 80,113 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 72,883 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2014 72,662 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 59,538 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2012 44,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 44,036 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 30,371 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 UCB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 UCB, 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 OE57 UCB registered?

OE57 UCB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is OE57 UCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE57 UCB shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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