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SD57 TJX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

114,705 mi
Last recorded114,705 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD57 TJX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 114,705 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 114,705 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 114,289 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2020 100,071 miles

Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable x 2 (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 97,986 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Apr 2019 93,013 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 87,208 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear silencer (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 83,730 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 83,730 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 May 2016 73,515 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 73,515 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2015 62,843 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 55,005 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 47,528 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 40,589 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 31,056 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 31,056 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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SD57 TJX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SD57 TJX, 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 SD57 TJX registered?

SD57 TJX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SD57 TJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD57 TJX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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