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BK08 EFY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,545 mi
Last recorded96,545 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 EFY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 96,545 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 30 May 2018 96,545 miles

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 83,065 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 27 Mar 2017 83,065 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 75,918 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load buckle cover is missing (5.2.4a)

Nearside Front slight play to steering rack end

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load buckle cover is missing (5.2.4a)

Offside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Fail 23 Mar 2016 75,918 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load buckle cover is missing (5.2.4a)

Nearside Front slight play to steering rack end

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load buckle cover is missing (5.2.4a)

Offside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 25 Mar 2015 67,724 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 59,087 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 49,135 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 38,609 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

TRAVEL IN HAND BRAKE LEAVER

Pass 23 Mar 2011 27,445 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 27,445 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Spare wheel rim present.But no tyre fitted.

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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BK08 EFY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BK08 EFY, 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 BK08 EFY registered?

BK08 EFY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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