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FY08 AFO

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

59,167 mi
Last recorded59,167 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 AFO
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 59,167 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 55,693 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 52,892 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 50,528 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 49,375 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 21 Mar 2022 49,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure see cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure see cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 48,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 48,575 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 47,607 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2019 47,606 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2019 47,603 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 46,886 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 45,188 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 42,207 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 38,535 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 38,535 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Feb 2014 34,560 miles

o/s rear tyre,tread depth wearing low on outer tread areas.

Pass 14 Feb 2013 29,180 miles

n/s rear tyre going out of shape on inner tread area

Pass 16 Feb 2012 22,464 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 22,464 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2011 18,831 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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FY08 AFO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AFO, 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 FY08 AFO registered?

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

Is FY08 AFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 AFO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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