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RV58 NPU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,533 mi
Last recorded121,533 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 NPU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 121,533 miles

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

Rear both shock dust covers loose.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded.

Fail 3 Jul 2026 121,523 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust system insecure central exhaust sleeve corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear both shock dust covers loose.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded.

reverse lamp not working.

Pass 2 Aug 2025 114,607 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2025 114,607 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 107,564 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre out of shape

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear reverse light not working

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 107,564 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre out of shape

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear reverse light not working

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 96,225 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear reverse lights not working

Pass 16 Sep 2022 85,605 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

PB lever reserve travel requirements just met, system might require adjustment or repair

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 80,770 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 80,770 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 77,338 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 77,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2019 73,307 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 68,892 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 68,892 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 65,127 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 62,087 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 58,800 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 52,319 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Oct 2013 44,605 miles

front pads wearing low

Pass 10 Nov 2012 37,462 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 30,735 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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RV58 NPU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc 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 RV58 NPU, 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 RV58 NPU registered?

RV58 NPU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 19 December 2008.

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