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PL57 CXJ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,927 mi
Last recorded89,927 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 CXJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 89,927 miles

back box deteriorated

n/s/r brake slight bind

Fail 2 Dec 2017 89,927 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

back box deteriorated

n/s/r brake slight bind

Pass 8 Dec 2016 84,858 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust blowing

n/s/f tyre 2mm

Fail 6 Dec 2016 84,854 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f tyre 2mm

Pass 11 Dec 2015 78,587 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

n/s/f tyre valve slightly perished

Pass 10 Dec 2014 73,377 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight bind on rear brakes

Fail 10 Dec 2014 73,377 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight bind on rear brakes

Pass 13 Dec 2013 67,869 miles

exhaust blow around front pipe manifold area

Pass 18 Dec 2012 54,120 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)

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 17 Dec 2012 54,111 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

EML on

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)

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2011 44,416 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 34,502 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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PL57 CXJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PL57 CXJ, 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 PL57 CXJ registered?

PL57 CXJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is PL57 CXJ safe to buy?

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