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FG08 UMU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

94,666 mi
Last recorded94,666 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 UMU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 94,666 miles

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

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

Rear tyres unevern

Pass 7 Nov 2017 94,651 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 83,807 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2016 65,336 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 60,784 miles

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

brake discs, rusty

emissions drift in and out of limits

Pass 27 May 2015 60,784 miles

brake discs, rusty

emissions drift in and out of limits

Pass 23 May 2014 41,293 miles

n/s/r tyre perrished

Fail 23 May 2014 41,293 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r tyre perrished

Pass 20 May 2013 25,574 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 25,574 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 15,948 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge on limit 205/45/16

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Pass 27 Apr 2011 13,837 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 13,837 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Inner 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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FG08 UMU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 FG08 UMU, 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

How do I check the history of FG08 UMU?

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What year was FG08 UMU registered?

FG08 UMU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is FG08 UMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 UMU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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