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GF08 DZB

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,841 mi
Last recorded87,841 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 DZB
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 87,841 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 87,836 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 82,701 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 77,527 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2016 77,527 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 72,321 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 66,856 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 58,861 miles

All 4 tyres perished & wearing close to legal limit on edges of tread.

O/S handbrake lever held forward by cable.

Pass 22 Mar 2012 43,374 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 34,224 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 34,224 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GF08 DZB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GF08 DZB, 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 GF08 DZB registered?

GF08 DZB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is GF08 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 DZB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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