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GJ08 TBX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

124,788 mi
Last recorded124,788 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 TBX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 124,788 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2017 124,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 111,253 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

offside front suspension arm bush has slight play

Pass 27 Mar 2015 96,233 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 79,023 miles

auxiliary offside rear position light inoperative

Pass 16 Mar 2013 52,908 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 52,908 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2012 40,979 miles

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)

both rear tyres slightly perished

both rear tyres worn on outer edges

front brake discs worn and pitted

front wiper blades det

large sticker in windscreen outside swept area

Pass 21 Mar 2011 34,782 miles

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)

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 TBX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 TBX, 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 TBX registered?

GJ08 TBX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is GJ08 TBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 TBX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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