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AO08 ZBR

2008 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,728 mi
Last recorded91,728 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 ZBR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 91,728 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Mar 2026 91,728 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 85,279 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 79,016 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 71,662 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Mar 2022 68,311 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 65,829 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 Mar 2021 65,829 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 61,975 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 59,379 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 53,677 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 48,973 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 44,214 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 40,401 miles

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

rear brake discs slightly corroded/pitted

Pass 22 Mar 2014 34,570 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 29,046 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 21,625 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 10,206 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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AO08 ZBR is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 ZBR, 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.

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What year was AO08 ZBR registered?

AO08 ZBR is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is AO08 ZBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 ZBR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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