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GL08 UNR

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

128,165 mi
Last recorded128,165 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2023 128,165 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

REAR OF EXHAUST HEAVILY CORRODED

PASSENGER SEAT BACK INOPRATIVE

Pass 2 Aug 2022 123,997 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 119,006 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 117,195 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test holder removed from nearside swept area. ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect very slight oily mist. (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both. corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

advise rear silencer corroded/peeling.

Pass 14 Oct 2019 115,726 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a deep cut to the outer sidewall,no plys or cords exposed

Offside Front tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge

Fail 11 Oct 2019 115,708 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre has a deep cut to the outer sidewall,no plys or cords exposed

Offside Front tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge

Pass 16 Oct 2018 113,910 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face of disc corroded braking face, but not affecting brake effort (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight binding, not affecting brake effort (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight wear in inner tie rod joint ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively braking face corroded, but not affecting brake effort (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 113,906 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working washers inoperative (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face of disc corroded braking face, but not affecting brake effort (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight binding, not affecting brake effort (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight wear in inner tie rod joint ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively braking face corroded, but not affecting brake effort (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 110,956 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe flexy area slightly blowing and in poor condition (7.1.2)

osf alloy wheel is slightly buckled

osr secondary position lamp not working

rear silencer is in poor condition

nail osr tyre the tyre looks run flat inner side wall

Pass 23 Sep 2016 108,504 miles

EML (Engine fault lamp) Illuminated.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section. (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Sep 2016 108,504 miles

EML (Engine fault lamp) Illuminated.

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section. (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 104,826 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

eml light on

engine cover fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2014 89,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

general corrosion on rear exhaust

offside front tyre cut to both inner and outer sidewalls not deep enough to expose cords.

various chips in screen.wipers slightly smeary

Pass 15 Sep 2014 89,075 miles

general corrosion on rear exhaust

offside front tyre cut to both inner and outer sidewalls not deep enough to expose cords.

various chips in screen.wipers slightly smeary

Pass 26 Aug 2013 66,234 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2013 66,234 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

o/s/f tyre on the legal limit of 1.6mm

Pass 8 Sep 2012 44,806 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 44,806 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nsf tyre has bad wear on the outer edge

Pass 4 Aug 2011 25,805 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 UNR is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UNR, 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 UNR registered?

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

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