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GP08 GKZ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,021 mi
Last recorded98,021 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 GKZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 98,021 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2026 98,002 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 93,125 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 90,771 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 86,740 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 81,899 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 26 Jan 2022 81,899 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 76,564 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 71,344 miles

front tyres wearing on inner shoulders

Pass 29 Jan 2019 65,602 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing thin

Pass 25 Jan 2018 60,062 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 54,645 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 49,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 2/3 worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 44,731 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 44,731 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 37,666 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 37,666 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 29,329 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 22,258 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 22,258 miles

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

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 GKZ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GKZ, 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 GP08 GKZ registered?

GP08 GKZ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is GP08 GKZ safe to buy?

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