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NM08 MPE

2008 Seat Ibiza

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

154,577 mi
Last recorded154,577 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 MPE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 154,577 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 154,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 143,942 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 127,506 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 127,506 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 114,193 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 114,193 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 102,426 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 98,870 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 98,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 12 May 2017 95,198 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2017 95,198 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2016 91,166 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2016 91,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 May 2015 86,681 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 73,692 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 59,957 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 42,600 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 34,167 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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NM08 MPE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NM08 MPE, 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 NM08 MPE registered?

NM08 MPE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is NM08 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM08 MPE shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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