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HG08 SFX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

95,313 mi
Last recorded95,313 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 SFX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 95,313 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2023 95,313 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2022 90,798 miles
Fail 27 May 2022

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2021 88,745 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2021 88,740 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2020 87,670 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 84,989 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 82,070 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2017 71,860 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 7 May 2016 63,854 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 53,801 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear brake discs corroded on outer edges

Pass 15 May 2014 44,337 miles

both front brake discs worn

both rear brake discs corroded around the edges

both rear tyres have cracks in the tread

Fail 15 May 2013 33,346 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres have cracks in tread

Pass 15 May 2013 33,346 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres have cracks in tread

Pass 12 May 2012 26,276 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 19,914 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

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 SFX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 SFX, 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 SFX registered?

HG08 SFX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is HG08 SFX safe to buy?

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