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YC58 GFZ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

64,505 mi
Last recorded64,505 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 GFZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2025 64,505 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Coil spring corroded all four front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2023 58,763 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 58,739 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 4 Apr 2022 53,027 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 45,583 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 44,654 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 74,081 miles

Coolant leak ()

Radiator insicure and obviously Incorrect type

Fail 3 Apr 2019 74,081 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Coolant leak ()

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

Radiator insicure and obviously Incorrect type

Fail 1 Apr 2019 74,078 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Coolant leak rad cap area ()

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

both front tyre outer sidewall buffers torn

Pass 4 Apr 2018 72,727 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 72,727 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 70,186 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 Mar 2017 70,177 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Apr 2016 68,755 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front brake discs pitted and rusty

Fail 1 Dec 2015 68,739 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 68,704 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 50,617 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 50,617 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2011 45,418 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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YC58 GFZ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 YC58 GFZ, 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

How do I check the history of YC58 GFZ?

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What year was YC58 GFZ registered?

YC58 GFZ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is YC58 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 GFZ shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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