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GD08 FFW

2008 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

69,894 mi
Last recorded69,894 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 FFW
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 69,894 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 69,894 miles

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

Offside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing split showing sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 56,696 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 37,944 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 28,542 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 26,410 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 25,164 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 22,713 miles

Both rear tyres have cuts in the tread, cords could not be seen at time of test.

Fail 25 Jun 2013 19,976 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 19,976 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 12,073 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 12,073 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 7,975 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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GD08 FFW is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GD08 FFW, 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 GD08 FFW registered?

GD08 FFW is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GD08 FFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD08 FFW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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