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DS08 CTY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

83,318 mi
Last recorded83,318 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 CTY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 83,318 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all system corroded (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2017 83,318 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all system corroded (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 75,160 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2016 75,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 66,847 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake discs corroded

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Feb 2016 66,847 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake discs corroded

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2015 57,810 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 56,665 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2014 56,448 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 44,140 miles

engine sump plug leaking

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 25 Nov 2013 44,135 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine sump plug leaking

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 8 Oct 2012 31,614 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 31,392 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jun 2011 26,762 miles

all four brake discs quite heavily corroded.

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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DS08 CTY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 DS08 CTY, 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 DS08 CTY registered?

DS08 CTY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is DS08 CTY safe to buy?

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