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HG08 SFN

2008 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

77,720 mi
Last recorded77,720 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 SFN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 77,720 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2026 77,634 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 73,293 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer and joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread and inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread close to excess (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 71,678 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer & joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 71,592 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer & joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 68,604 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join and centre box corrdoed (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes under nearside chassis leg (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2023 68,604 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join and centre box corrdoed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes under nearside chassis leg (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 67,212 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 67,185 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 65,839 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and parts deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2021 65,836 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and parts deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracking perishing advise attention (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 64,294 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and parts deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise attention (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 62,680 miles

Rear tyres perished 205/45/16

Pass 4 Oct 2018 59,877 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2018 59,818 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 55,901 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 48,888 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 42,143 miles

Engine covers fitted

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2014 35,497 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 28,626 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 22,055 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 20,717 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 16,555 miles

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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HG08 SFN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 HG08 SFN, 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 HG08 SFN registered?

HG08 SFN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is HG08 SFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 SFN shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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