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GU08 LCG

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

119,697 mi
Last recorded119,697 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 LCG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2020 119,697 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 119,697 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2020 119,572 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2019 112,538 miles

Offside Front c,v gaiter deteriorating

Fail 17 Jul 2019 112,314 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front c,v gaiter deteriorating

Pass 28 Jul 2018 109,144 miles

Strong advise; long service brake travel.

Fail 28 Jul 2018 109,144 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side [parking brake binding] (1.4.1 (a))

Strong advise; Long service brake travel.

Fail 24 Jul 2018 109,133 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases [section blowing] (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side [parking brake binding] (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 103,525 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 95,401 miles

both rear shock covers hanging loose

Pass 27 Jul 2015 86,347 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 76,920 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 76,920 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 63,923 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 50,631 miles

Engine coolant level below minimum mark

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

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

Front exhaust down pipe flexible joint mesh damaged

Offside rear metal brake pipe to caliper adrift from plastic mounting but is secure

Pass 30 Sep 2011 36,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

front brake disc slightly worn

nearside front tyre has a small cut in treaded area

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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GU08 LCG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GU08 LCG, 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 GU08 LCG registered?

GU08 LCG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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