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GL08 UMV

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,961 mi
Last recorded91,961 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 UMV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 91,961 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Slight play in both nearside and offside front inner track rod ends

Pass 2 Jul 2014 77,306 miles

nearside front tyre has slight sidewall deterioration

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear silencer deteriorating

Pass 25 Jul 2013 64,148 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 25 Jul 2013 64,148 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Jul 2012 47,280 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 30,257 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 UMV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UMV, 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 UMV registered?

GL08 UMV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is GL08 UMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 UMV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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