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DY08 NLC

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

59,219 mi
Last recorded59,219 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 NLC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 59,219 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 24 Oct 2025 59,216 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2024 57,433 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2023 55,523 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable corroded (6.1.7 (e))

exhaust rear box outer skin corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2022 53,328 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust rear box corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2022 53,324 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2021 51,591 miles

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

exhaust rear box corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2021 51,591 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2020 49,571 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 46,408 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust rear box corroded

Fail 3 Apr 2019 46,408 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2018 45,200 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 45,196 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both inner rears (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 42,218 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rear bushes softened (2.4.G.2)

exhaust rear box corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2017 42,216 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and deep cracking to tread grooves (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2016 38,772 miles

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

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

exhaust rear box corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2015 35,062 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 35,062 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 29,330 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 24,018 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 24,018 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 18,971 miles

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

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 NLC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DY08 NLC, 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 DY08 NLC registered?

DY08 NLC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is DY08 NLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 NLC shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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