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DY04 WSY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,706 mi
Last recorded131,706 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY04 WSY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2021 131,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front wheel arches are corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 119,576 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 119,562 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 110,358 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 110,358 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 98,018 miles

sports suspension fitted

Fail 1 Apr 2017 98,018 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

sports suspension fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2016 85,877 miles

Nearside Rear caliper lever not returning to stop

Offside Rear caliper not returning to stop

engine covers fitted

engine management light on

Fail 26 Mar 2016 85,860 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

engine covers fitted

engine management light on

Pass 13 Mar 2015 69,793 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 57,898 miles

FRONT WISHBONE REAR BUSHES SPLITTING REAR DISCS CORRODED

Pass 8 Mar 2013 46,503 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 39,497 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 39,497 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 29,253 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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DY04 WSY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DY04 WSY, 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 DY04 WSY registered?

DY04 WSY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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