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BL08 GDF

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,970 mi
Last recorded66,970 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 GDF
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2022 66,970 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 59,459 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear brake discs worn/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front ball joint covers splitting/perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Both rear tyre valves split (5.2.3 (j))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 59,459 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Front washers not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear brake discs worn/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front ball joint covers splitting/perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Both rear tyre valves split (5.2.3 (j))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 52,675 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 49,564 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

nail in o/s/f tyre tread

service light on

slight exhaust blow front flexible pipe

Pass 30 Jun 2017 45,431 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 45,431 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 42,249 miles

slight exhaust blow from front flexible pipe

Pass 26 Jun 2015 39,211 miles

slight blow from front exhaust

Fail 26 Jun 2015 39,211 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight blow from front exhaust

Pass 28 Jun 2014 35,756 miles

n/s/r tyre worn inner and outer edges

o/s/r tyre worn inner and outer edges

Pass 1 Jul 2013 32,052 miles

rear tyres worn on insde edges

tracking needs checking insp on dash

Fail 28 Jun 2013 32,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

front tyres worn on edges!

tracking needs checking insp on dash

Pass 27 Jun 2012 28,454 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 24,584 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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BL08 GDF is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BL08 GDF, 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 BL08 GDF registered?

BL08 GDF is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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