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GP08 GKX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,390 mi
Last recorded94,390 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 GKX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2023 94,390 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbed off to base rubber on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbed off to base rubber on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable Both wheels not positioned correctly (5.1.1 (a))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear silencer corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2023 94,353 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbed off to base rubber on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbed off to base rubber on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable Both wheels not positioned correctly (5.1.1 (a))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear silencer corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 92,773 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 91,515 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 91,515 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished and tearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 87,083 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Dec 2019 83,065 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 79,081 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 74,763 miles

Exhaust Back Box Rusted But Not Leaking

Offside Rear Tyre Wearing On Inner Edge

Pass 10 Apr 2017 74,712 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 73,757 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 67,638 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front inner door handle broken

Offside front tyre has damage to inner side wall

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Slight play in nearside inner rack joint

Tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Fail 23 Oct 2015 67,638 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front inner door handle broken

Offside front tyre has damage to inner side wall

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Slight play in nearside inner rack joint

Tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Pass 15 Oct 2014 60,382 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 52,433 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 39,984 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 35,343 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 35,341 miles

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

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

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 GKX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GP08 GKX, 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 GKX registered?

GP08 GKX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is GP08 GKX safe to buy?

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