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VU58 WHP

2008 Seat Ibiza

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,294 mi
Last recorded109,294 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 WHP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 109,294 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2022 109,294 miles

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

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 90,007 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

did not lock on rear both hand brake

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 8 Jun 2021 90,007 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

did not lock on rear both hand brake

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2020 75,897 miles

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Fail 28 Jan 2020 75,799 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2019 65,037 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust silencer corroded.

Pass 3 Apr 2018 59,400 miles

Nearside Rear indicator bulb slightly faded

Fail 3 Apr 2018 59,400 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear indicator bulb slightly faded

Pass 23 Mar 2017 51,677 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 51,677 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 45,607 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f wiper blade smearing slightly.

tread depths: n/s/f on 6mm, o/s/f on 6.5mm, n/s/r on 5mm, o/s/r on 2mm.

tyre size: 215/45/16 86 XL.

Fail 23 Mar 2016 45,607 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f wiper blade smearing slightly.

tread depths: n/s/f on 6mm, o/s/f on 6.5mm, n/s/r on 5mm, o/s/r on 2mm.

tyre size: 215/45/16 86 XL.

Pass 8 Apr 2015 38,954 miles

tread depths: n/s/f on 7mm, o/s/f on 2.5mm, n/s/r on 5mm, o/s/r on 2.5mm,

tyre size: 215/45/16 90V.

Pass 27 Mar 2014 30,112 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 20,378 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 15,593 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 11,539 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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VU58 WHP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VU58 WHP, 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 VU58 WHP registered?

VU58 WHP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is VU58 WHP safe to buy?

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