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GJ08 FDP

2008 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,191 mi
Last recorded91,191 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 FDP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 91,191 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 89,422 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 89,422 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 88,243 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 2 Mar 2015 78,142 miles

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

exhaust is corroded

front brake discs are worn

o/s front brake is binding slightly

o/s front lower suspension arm rear mounting bush is perish and worn

Pass 2 Mar 2015 78,142 miles

exhaust is corroded

front brake discs are worn

o/s front brake is binding slightly

o/s front lower suspension arm rear mounting bush is perish and worn

Fail 24 Feb 2014 65,001 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 65,001 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2013 57,922 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 43,560 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 24,025 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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GJ08 FDP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc 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 GJ08 FDP, 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 GJ08 FDP registered?

GJ08 FDP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GJ08 FDP 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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