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LP08 DFO

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

143,505 mi
Last recorded143,505 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 DFO
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 143,505 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 143,505 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 132,328 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 120,014 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 120,014 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 107,074 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 107,074 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 97,364 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 85,175 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2014

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 70,238 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 56,282 miles

1)excess travelon handbrake lever

Pass 5 Jul 2011 46,122 miles

1)Front discs corroded and pads 75% worn

Fail 5 Jul 2011 46,122 miles

1)Front discs corroded and pads 75% worn

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LP08 DFO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LP08 DFO, 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 LP08 DFO registered?

LP08 DFO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is LP08 DFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 DFO shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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