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MF08 DMY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,248 mi
Last recorded80,248 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 DMY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 80,248 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 80,245 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 78,042 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2021 78,021 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 64,421 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 64,421 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 57,583 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 48,388 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 39,811 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 32,211 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 23,563 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 14,987 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 13,951 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 12,875 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 11,476 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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MF08 DMY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF08 DMY, 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

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What year was MF08 DMY registered?

MF08 DMY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MF08 DMY safe to buy?

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