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EY08 UVR

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

118,939 mi
Last recorded118,939 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 UVR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 118,939 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 116,237 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 113,660 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 110,920 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertrays damaged

Pass 14 Feb 2022 96,509 miles

Engine undertray damaged

Fail 12 Feb 2022 96,508 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Engine undertray damaged

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Reverse lamp not working

Tailgate won't open

Pass 4 Mar 2021 85,651 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 85,651 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 81,964 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Feb 2020 81,963 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 77,487 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 72,396 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 67,060 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 59,575 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 53,621 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 52,294 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 50,223 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 44,608 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 40,330 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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EY08 UVR is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EY08 UVR, 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 EY08 UVR registered?

EY08 UVR is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is EY08 UVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 UVR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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