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DU08 UZM

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

78,918 mi
Last recorded78,918 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 UZM
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 78,918 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2026 78,918 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 76,552 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

general underbody and suspension components corrosion

Fail 29 Aug 2025 76,552 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

general underbody and suspension components corrosion

Pass 28 Aug 2024 74,236 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 69,553 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2023 69,550 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 64,388 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 64,388 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 62,213 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S,N/S (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 62,213 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S,N/S (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 60,558 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 57,155 miles

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn O/S,N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 53,821 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2017 49,976 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 48,667 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 42,871 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 42,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 34,560 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 29,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slight damage To inside wall

Pass 11 Mar 2013 26,565 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Mar 2012 22,307 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 16,353 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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DU08 UZM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 DU08 UZM, 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 DU08 UZM registered?

DU08 UZM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DU08 UZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 UZM shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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