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FM57 OAZ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,324 mi
Last recorded160,324 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 OAZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2019 160,324 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 146,404 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 146,404 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 134,286 miles

Nearside Front wheel rim and tyre have slight damage

Pass 9 Dec 2016 126,651 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 115,621 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 1 Dec 2015 115,621 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel on calipar (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 109,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osr caliper sticking slightly

Fail 2 Dec 2014 109,351 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osr caliper sticking slightly

Pass 23 Dec 2013 102,658 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jan 2013 95,299 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 95,299 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 73,842 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2010 41,967 miles

engine management light staying on

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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FM57 OAZ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FM57 OAZ, 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 FM57 OAZ registered?

FM57 OAZ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is FM57 OAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 OAZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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