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AO08 JYC

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,192 mi
Last recorded136,192 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 JYC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 136,192 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 123,296 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 116,899 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 28,931 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 88,187 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 64,337 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 64,337 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 52,161 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 40,213 miles

Front brake discs worn slightly

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 40,213 miles

Front brake discs worn slightly

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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AO08 JYC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO08 JYC, 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 AO08 JYC?

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What year was AO08 JYC registered?

AO08 JYC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is AO08 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 JYC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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