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DY08 EVP

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,408 mi
Last recorded96,408 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 EVP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 96,408 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front flexi exhaust deteriorted

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 96,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front flexi exhaust deteriorted

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 89,584 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 110,624 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 75,714 miles

rear number plate slightly discoloured

Pass 15 Apr 2014 68,420 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

offside rear brake has slight bind

rear number plate slightly discoloured

Pass 13 Apr 2013 59,506 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2013 59,506 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 48,866 miles

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

both rear shocker bump stops deteriorated

offside rear body panel slightly damaged

rear number plate slightly discoloured

slight play in nearside steering rack joint

Pass 7 Mar 2011 36,346 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on both edges

both rear tyres starting to wear on outer edges

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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DY08 EVP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 DY08 EVP, 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 DY08 EVP registered?

DY08 EVP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is DY08 EVP safe to buy?

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