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BN08 UGK

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,455 mi
Last recorded128,455 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 UGK
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 128,455 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 128,455 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 120,660 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and rear exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracks to front number plate (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2019 120,660 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and rear exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracks to front number plate (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 108,910 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres close to limit

Fail 23 Feb 2018 108,909 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres close to limit

Pass 23 Feb 2017 97,395 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Feb 2017 97,394 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 86,863 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 78,151 miles

Both front discs worn

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 68,899 miles

Both front discs worn and pitted

Both rear tyres cracking

Handbrake high

Nearside brake slightly binding

Pass 28 Feb 2013 58,201 miles

advise nearside rear tyre slighly out of shape on tread pattern

Fail 28 Feb 2013 58,201 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

advise nearside rear tyre slighly out of shape on tread pattern

advise windscreen washer leak

Pass 25 Feb 2012 48,623 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 37,997 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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BN08 UGK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc 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 BN08 UGK, 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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BN08 UGK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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