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LY08 FMM

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

62,681 mi
Last recorded62,681 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 FMM
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 62,681 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jul 2026 62,560 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 57,262 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2025 57,212 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 54,581 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 54,569 miles

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

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 52,320 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 51,592 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight grease seep from boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 50,616 miles

Rear exhaust silencer slightly corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2020 49,563 miles

Exhaust rear silencer slightly deteriorated

Front wipers defective

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre wearing inner edge

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

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

Offside Front Tyre wearing inner edge

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 48,262 miles

Front Discs corroded, not excessive

Front Tyres wearing on inner edges

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 47,058 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 44,583 miles

Near side front inner track arm has slight play.

Fail 27 Jul 2017 44,583 miles

Near side front inner track arm has slight play.

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 41,651 miles

oil leak

slight play nearside inner rack socket

Pass 28 Jul 2015 39,964 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 36,595 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 7 Jul 2014 36,595 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Jul 2013 30,018 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 26,291 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 20,584 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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LY08 FMM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 LY08 FMM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LY08 FMM?

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What year was LY08 FMM registered?

LY08 FMM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is LY08 FMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 FMM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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