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WU58 URS

2008 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,874 mi
Last recorded117,874 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU58 URS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 117,874 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective central clamp slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from flexi and central clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2026 117,874 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective central clamp slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from flexi and central clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2025 109,715 miles

Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 18 Jan 2025 109,715 miles

Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2024 109,525 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Dec 2023 104,730 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 104,723 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 99,867 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 94,802 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 94,483 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 89,658 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 84,056 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 76,780 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 70,409 miles

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

drivers interior door release handle broken

Pass 28 Oct 2016 63,008 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 51,409 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 45,494 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 37,919 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 30,609 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 24,197 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2011 24,197 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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WU58 URS is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc 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 WU58 URS, 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 WU58 URS registered?

WU58 URS is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 25 October 2008.

Is WU58 URS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU58 URS 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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