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FV08 OTE

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

150,987 mi
Last recorded150,987 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2022 150,987 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 150,987 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

parking brake efficiency just met (may require attention)

Pass 9 Feb 2021 140,120 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

rear silencer outer skin corroded & slightly loose

Pass 12 Feb 2020 134,883 miles

Central Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer REAR SILENCER OUTER CASEING DETERIOATED.

Offside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel STEERING RACK END { DRUM STICK}. (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 134,883 miles

Central Front Emissions not tested EXHAUST PIPE SPLIT. BANDAGE AROUND PIPE. (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer REAR SILENCER OUTER CASEING DETERIOATED.

Offside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel STEERING RACK END { DRUM STICK}. (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 126,484 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated CV Boot greasy (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on 3mm replace soon 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Feb 2019 126,484 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated CV Boot greasy (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on 3mm replace soon 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2018 115,521 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 115,521 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn low on outer edge 3mm

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2017 102,447 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 85,489 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 63,662 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 55,397 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 55,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2013 51,938 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 44,004 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 35,802 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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FV08 OTE 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 70.6%.

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 FV08 OTE, 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 FV08 OTE registered?

FV08 OTE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is FV08 OTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 OTE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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