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SO57 PGV

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,987 mi
Last recorded105,987 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO57 PGV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 105,987 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair foot brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 105,030 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 105,028 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment track rod (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2023 101,357 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 101,357 miles

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 99,097 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 96,948 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 93,071 miles

slight bind on n/s and o/s front brakes light play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 1 Apr 2019 87,916 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 87,912 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 84,662 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 80,026 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 75,548 miles

offside front tyre scrubbed on inner edge

play in nearside of steering rack

Pass 26 Mar 2015 71,670 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 67,068 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 31 Mar 2014 67,067 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 62,226 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 50,183 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 40,606 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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SO57 PGV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SO57 PGV, 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 SO57 PGV registered?

SO57 PGV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is SO57 PGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO57 PGV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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