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MM08 XMA

2008 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

66,007 mi
Last recorded66,007 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM08 XMA
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 66,007 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 59,933 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 57,033 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 53,627 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 53,620 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 49,467 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 46,433 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 42,284 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 37,574 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 33,072 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 31,393 miles

ALL tyres perishing

slight exhaust blow

Pass 20 Jan 2017 28,879 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 28,874 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 28,090 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 26,997 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2014 26,024 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 24,329 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust front pipe slightly deteriorated

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 31 May 2012 22,085 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres inner edges badly scrubbed

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 7 Jun 2011 18,329 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 18,329 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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MM08 XMA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MM08 XMA, 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 MM08 XMA registered?

MM08 XMA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is MM08 XMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM08 XMA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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