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AU08 XVX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,082 mi
Last recorded37,082 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XVX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2014 37,082 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 24,606 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front exhaust flexi in poor condition

rear brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 22 Mar 2013 24,606 miles

front exhaust flexi in poor condition

rear brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 21 Sep 2012 20,368 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 20,366 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 17,987 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 12,556 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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AU08 XVX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AU08 XVX, 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 AU08 XVX?

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What year was AU08 XVX registered?

AU08 XVX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is AU08 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 XVX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU08 XVX have outstanding finance?

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