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FT08 NLF

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

155,403 mi
Last recorded155,403 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 NLF
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 155,403 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lots of travel (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 155,403 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrect fitment (4.1.2 (c))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lots of travel (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 143,916 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2020 143,916 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 136,520 miles

Coolant leak level below minimum ()

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

Fail 19 Sep 2019 136,520 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Coolant leak level below minimum ()

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 118,105 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2018 118,105 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 98,795 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Sep 2017 98,795 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 84,260 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front tyres worn on inner edges close to limit

Fail 21 Sep 2016 84,209 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre joint both clamps missing (7.1.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front tyres worn on inner edges close to limit

Pass 16 Sep 2015 71,089 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 62,301 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 55,964 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 46,815 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 31,919 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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FT08 NLF is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FT08 NLF, 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 FT08 NLF registered?

FT08 NLF is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 7 August 2008.

Is FT08 NLF safe to buy?

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