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GY08 TEU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

81,554 mi
Last recorded81,554 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 TEU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 81,554 miles

oil leak

Fail 7 Oct 2017 81,509 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. wont tilt forward (6.2.A.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2016 63,624 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 63,624 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 26 Mar 2016 63,357 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Engine cover and under tray fitted

Front tyres worn off on edge

Item moved on screen

Pass 28 Mar 2015 46,778 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil was below MIN mark!

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 31 Mar 2014 32,335 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2013 23,512 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 19,291 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 11,616 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 11,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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GY08 TEU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GY08 TEU, 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 GY08 TEU registered?

GY08 TEU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GY08 TEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY08 TEU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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