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FV08 FXF

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

154,641 mi
Last recorded154,641 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 FXF
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 154,641 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 16 Aug 2016 147,023 miles

rear tyres perishing

Fail 16 Aug 2016 147,023 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear tyres perishing

Pass 15 Aug 2015 141,318 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner & outer edge

Fail 14 Aug 2015 141,270 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres wearing on inner & outer edge

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Aug 2014 137,037 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Aug 2014 137,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre wearing low on tread

Fail 28 Aug 2013 127,119 miles

Glow plug light was flashing.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 127,119 miles

Glow plug light was flashing.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 105,358 miles

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

Glow plug light flashing indicating a fault in the engine management system,

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

Fail 7 Jul 2012 105,270 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Glow plug light flashing indicating a fault in the engine management system,

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

Pass 7 May 2011 81,156 miles

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

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

Fail 7 May 2011 81,156 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FV08 FXF is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 FV08 FXF, 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 FV08 FXF registered?

FV08 FXF is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is FV08 FXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 FXF shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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