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FD08 TXL

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

95,396 mi
Last recorded95,396 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 TXL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 95,396 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 93,622 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 93,622 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 92,324 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 90,296 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 90,296 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 88,569 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 86,595 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 82,638 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 79,276 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 75,616 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 71,649 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 68,701 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 66,516 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 56,628 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2012 39,426 miles

Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 May 2011 22,365 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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FD08 TXL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FD08 TXL, 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 FD08 TXL registered?

FD08 TXL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is FD08 TXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 TXL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD08 TXL have outstanding finance?

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