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GL08 FVS

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,589 mi
Last recorded73,589 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 FVS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 73,589 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 70,094 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 68,085 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 62,385 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 52,629 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 52,629 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 45,597 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and puncture (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 38,913 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 28,733 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 23,372 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 20,245 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 18,015 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside rear tyre is cracked/splitting

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

Offside front tyre is cracked/splitting

Pass 14 Jun 2012 15,452 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 10,615 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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GL08 FVS is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GL08 FVS, 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 GL08 FVS registered?

GL08 FVS is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is GL08 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 FVS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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