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RA57 RNO

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,386 mi
Last recorded94,386 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 RNO
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 94,386 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides lens (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 94,386 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides lens (4.1.4 (b))

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 82,393 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lens misty (4.1.4 (b))

Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 70,467 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 60,780 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2023 60,776 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 50,553 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 39,021 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 32,465 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 29,184 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 25,544 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 25,544 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 21,681 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 21,681 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 18,168 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 12,988 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 10,747 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 10,747 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 9,246 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 9,246 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 7,773 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 5,958 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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RA57 RNO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 RA57 RNO, 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 RA57 RNO registered?

RA57 RNO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is RA57 RNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA57 RNO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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