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HT08 EHP

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

101,413 mi
Last recorded101,413 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT08 EHP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 101,413 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2026 101,410 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 93,094 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2025 93,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 81,356 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2024 81,356 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 74,374 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 69,488 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2022 69,486 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 61,917 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 53,748 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2020 53,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 46,359 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 46,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 38,043 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 29,799 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 22,343 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 15,238 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 15,238 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 11,323 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 8,900 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 6,246 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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HT08 EHP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HT08 EHP, 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 HT08 EHP registered?

HT08 EHP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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