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FT08 FFM

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,327 mi
Last recorded117,327 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 FFM
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2024 117,327 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Hand Brake Lever High

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

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

Offside Front limited Speed spare wheel fitted at time of test. Advise to fit regular wheel as soon as possible

Fail 30 Jan 2024 117,327 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Hand Brake Lever High

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front limited Speed spare wheel fitted at time of test. Advise to fit regular wheel as soon as possible

Pass 20 Jan 2023 93,775 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

hand brake high

Pass 18 Jan 2022 85,378 miles

handbrake lever travel

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

cannot open boot lid from the outside/can open from the inside

Fail 18 Jan 2022 85,377 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure exhaust sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

cannot open boot lid from the outside/can open from the inside

handbrake lever travel

Pass 7 Jan 2021 78,144 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Jan 2020 69,427 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2019 53,678 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 53,678 miles

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 45,836 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 43,761 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 39,391 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,996 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 34,996 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 30,397 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre at 3mm

Pass 27 Jun 2013 25,577 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 20,723 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 15,009 miles

Offside 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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FT08 FFM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FT08 FFM, 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 FT08 FFM registered?

FT08 FFM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is FT08 FFM safe to buy?

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