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DS08 SSV

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,088 mi
Last recorded165,088 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 165,088 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 160,638 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 154,788 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2023 154,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2022 148,016 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 142,024 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly contaiminated

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 5 Nov 2021 142,023 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking brake fluid leak (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake disc slightly contaiminated

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 21 Oct 2020 135,268 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 124,434 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 117,645 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 109,258 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 103,667 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 96,844 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 844,925 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 64,688 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 64,682 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 45,505 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2011 26,568 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 26,568 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 18,563 miles

slight rust on front and rear brake discs

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 SSV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SSV, 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

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What year was DS08 SSV registered?

DS08 SSV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is DS08 SSV safe to buy?

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