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GK08 OFH

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

114,353 mi
Last recorded114,353 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 OFH
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 114,353 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Jan 2024 114,286 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Feb 2023 106,111 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 31 Jan 2023 106,066 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 98,528 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 98,517 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 89,440 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

nearside and offside rear shock absorbers slightly siezed

Pass 12 Feb 2020 84,440 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 76,435 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Feb 2019 76,435 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Feb 2018 72,305 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Feb 2017 70,340 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 65,651 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 60,488 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 56,273 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 52,850 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 52,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 42,967 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 33,863 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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GK08 OFH is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 GK08 OFH, 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 GK08 OFH registered?

GK08 OFH is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is GK08 OFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 OFH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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