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OV58 VNU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

80,849 mi
Last recorded80,849 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV58 VNU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 80,849 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S - 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 80,666 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 80,333 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH FRONT (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 77,851 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 77,851 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split open (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 74,993 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 72,125 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 69,697 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 66,410 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 61,381 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 56,443 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 51,228 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 44,647 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 37,590 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 31,002 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 31,002 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 24,071 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 VNU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 VNU, 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 OV58 VNU registered?

OV58 VNU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 December 2008.

Is OV58 VNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV58 VNU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV58 VNU have outstanding finance?

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