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LP08 YAY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,675 mi
Last recorded98,675 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 YAY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2024 98,675 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 86,537 miles

Front exhaust flexi pipe slightly worn/damaged

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

Nearside Front caliper brake hose not fully secure

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear handbrake engages high

Fail 28 Jan 2023 86,412 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front exhaust flexi pipe slightly worn/damaged

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

Nearside Front caliper brake hose not fully secure

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear handbrake engages high

Pass 9 Feb 2022 77,276 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low across the tread (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 69,586 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 62,373 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 54,060 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 49,995 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 43,498 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 35,850 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 23,119 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 18,985 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 14,899 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 YAY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 LP08 YAY, 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 YAY registered?

LP08 YAY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 August 2008.

Is LP08 YAY safe to buy?

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