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GP08 FNX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

100,159 mi
Last recorded100,159 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 FNX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 100,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald to inner and outer areas of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2021 100,159 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald to inner area of tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald to inner and outer areas of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 100,022 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.60 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 96,882 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 96,872 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 94,392 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2018 94,382 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2016 93,056 miles

engine light on

Fail 12 Jul 2016 93,056 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine light on

Pass 30 Jul 2015 81,211 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 81,211 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 68,538 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 63,047 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 54,915 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

emissions to clean to read due to derv/part/filter/fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2011 48,510 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 48,510 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/f tyre inner treads worn

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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GP08 FNX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 GP08 FNX, 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 GP08 FNX registered?

GP08 FNX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is GP08 FNX safe to buy?

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