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FY08 AFA

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

44,301 mi
Last recorded44,301 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 AFA
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 44,301 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 30,674 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 25,858 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 21,835 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 21,815 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 21,637 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 21,637 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 21,061 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 20,769 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 20,288 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 19,384 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 18,635 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 16,523 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 13,705 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 10,082 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 6,029 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 4,765 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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FY08 AFA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FY08 AFA, 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 FY08 AFA registered?

FY08 AFA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FY08 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 AFA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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