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SE57 BWK

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,336 mi
Last recorded36,336 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE57 BWK
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 36,336 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 36,336 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2016 33,106 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe split (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 31,917 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 31,917 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 31,895 miles

Oil leak

nearside front wheelbearing slighty rough when rotated

offside front wheel b earing slighty rough when rotated

Fail 12 Feb 2015 31,895 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

nearside front wheelbearing slighty rough when rotated

offside front wheel b earing slighty rough when rotated

Pass 5 Jan 2015 31,664 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 29,741 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 27,405 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 25,200 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 22,620 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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SE57 BWK 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 75%.

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 SE57 BWK, 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 SE57 BWK registered?

SE57 BWK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is SE57 BWK safe to buy?

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