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FY08 WRN

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

97,717 mi
Last recorded97,717 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 WRN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 97,717 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2022 97,677 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 89,683 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 89,679 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 85,414 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 81,931 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 81,930 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 77,999 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy, sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Nov 2018 77,999 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy, sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 75,034 miles

Road wheel slightly damaged o/s rear (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 71,901 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 71,899 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 69,710 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 69,710 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 60,400 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 46,349 miles

exhaust system in poor condition

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Jan 2013 38,328 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Front brake discs worn and corroded on inner faces

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)

rear brake discs slightly corroded on edges

Pass 20 Mar 2012 31,244 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 31,244 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 23,424 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 WRN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 FY08 WRN, 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 WRN registered?

FY08 WRN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is FY08 WRN safe to buy?

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