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DS08 SRY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

87,651 mi
Last recorded87,651 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 SRY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024 87,651 miles

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2024 87,651 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure clamp (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 76,650 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 10 Mar 2023 76,650 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 71,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 71,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2021 63,814 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 May 2021 63,790 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 May 2020 56,716 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Door handle sticks/tight

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides have cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 May 2020 56,716 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH SIDES (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Inner Door handle sticks/tight

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides have cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 48,837 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 42,731 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 42,731 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH SIDES (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 37,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a small cut

Pass 31 May 2016 33,218 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 31,850 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 31,850 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 29,555 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 25,268 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 20,924 miles

both front tyres getting low

Pass 12 Jul 2012 16,200 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 11,598 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 SRY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SRY, 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 SRY registered?

DS08 SRY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is DS08 SRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 SRY shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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