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FV08 OTM

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

190,257 mi
Last recorded190,257 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 OTM
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 190,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 171,718 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 171,718 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 161,377 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn

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

Oil leak

Underbody and Chassis slightly corroded

Pass 25 May 2021 156,334 miles

Brake discs slightly pitted

Brake pads wearing thin

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Underbody and Body slightly corroded

Fail 25 May 2021 156,334 miles

Brake discs slightly pitted

Brake pads wearing thin

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Underbody and Body slightly corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2020 151,217 miles

under trays fitted obscuring view

Fail 29 Jun 2020 151,217 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 25 Jun 2019 146,671 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 146,666 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 141,378 miles

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 1 Jun 2017 134,934 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside front tyre worn

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Jun 2016 128,539 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Jun 2015 122,188 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 113,995 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 97,120 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s door reflector cracked

outer tail-pipe cover corroded

Fail 6 Jun 2013 97,120 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s door reflector cracked

outer tail-pipe cover corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2012 71,602 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 71,602 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 46,559 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 OTM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OTM, 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 OTM registered?

FV08 OTM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is FV08 OTM safe to buy?

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