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MV08 FUO

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

171,570 mi
Last recorded171,570 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 FUO
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2022 171,570 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 166,759 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 162,471 miles

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

slight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

Pass 29 Aug 2019 158,497 miles

Offside Front Door window not opening

Fail 15 Aug 2019 158,496 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Door window not opening

Pass 11 Aug 2018 151,263 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 151,263 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2017 148,788 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 148,788 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 142,683 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 130,054 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 130,054 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 119,762 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 108,255 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 108,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 97,643 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 88,935 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

slight play nearside steering arm

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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MV08 FUO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MV08 FUO, 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 MV08 FUO registered?

MV08 FUO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is MV08 FUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 FUO shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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