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WJ58 WSW

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,978 mi
Last recorded76,978 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ58 WSW
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 76,978 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Oct 2025 76,954 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Oct 2024 71,833 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot small split

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2024 71,833 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer cv boot small split

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

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

headlight lenses misted/dirty

Pass 30 Oct 2023 65,429 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated needs replacing asap (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 62,162 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective need clean (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

ecu in engine bay insecure

Pass 1 Nov 2021 60,361 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2021 60,308 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 58,625 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 56,091 miles

Nearside Front inner edge

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2019 56,091 miles

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

Nearside Front inner edge

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 53,324 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2018 53,253 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s o/s front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 50,065 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 46,568 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 43,408 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 31 Oct 2014 40,274 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 35,415 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 35,415 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 30,140 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 23,595 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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WJ58 WSW is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WJ58 WSW, 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 WJ58 WSW registered?

WJ58 WSW is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is WJ58 WSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ58 WSW shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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