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OV58 GYW

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,040 mi
Last recorded101,040 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV58 GYW
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 101,040 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Fail 4 Feb 2021 101,040 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 93,597 miles

Exhaust front flexy deteriorating

Pass 6 Feb 2019 84,216 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 73,026 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 73,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 56,030 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 55,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 42,072 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 42,072 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 30,209 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 20,366 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 17,609 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)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 14,686 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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OV58 GYW is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 OV58 GYW, 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 OV58 GYW registered?

OV58 GYW is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 October 2008.

Is OV58 GYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV58 GYW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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