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DS08 CUU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,565 mi
Last recorded98,565 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 CUU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2022 98,565 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2022 98,509 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm All Four (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2021 91,605 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus perished 195/55r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shocker dust covers /EPS light on

Pass 10 Jan 2020 87,983 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jan 2020 87,972 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 84,166 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 82,153 miles

os front tyre edge worn ns rear tyre perished rear shock shrouds broken

Pass 29 Oct 2016 75,380 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 69,863 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 69,863 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 57,632 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2014 57,630 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 41,579 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 33,950 miles

both lower wishbones, inner rear bushes starting to split

Pass 7 Jan 2012 22,797 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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DS08 CUU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DS08 CUU, 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 DS08 CUU?

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What year was DS08 CUU registered?

DS08 CUU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is DS08 CUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 CUU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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