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AU08 XVZ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,643 mi
Last recorded120,643 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XVZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 120,643 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 103,317 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 97,429 miles

oil leak

Fail 10 May 2018 97,429 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2017 89,776 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2016 83,929 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 79,479 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 73,796 miles

front exhaust flex getting very rough

o/s rear brake slightly binding

Fail 27 Mar 2014 73,796 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front exhaust flex getting very rough

o/s rear brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Mar 2013 53,199 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 31,775 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 19,395 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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AU08 XVZ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XVZ, 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 XVZ?

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What year was AU08 XVZ registered?

AU08 XVZ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is AU08 XVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 XVZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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