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GL08 NBE

2008 Seat Ibiza

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,706 mi
Last recorded81,706 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 NBE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 81,706 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 76,820 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 76,820 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2017 70,956 miles

Both rear tyres perished

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 60,154 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 52,547 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 46,444 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 37,966 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 28,031 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 19,729 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 19,725 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Airbag warning lamp on

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside windscreen has light scratching

Offside door mirror cracked

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 NBE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GL08 NBE, 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 GL08 NBE registered?

GL08 NBE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is GL08 NBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 NBE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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