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NY08 HVO

2008 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

129,987 mi
Last recorded129,987 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY08 HVO
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 129,987 miles
Fail 4 May 2026 129,987 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2025 123,212 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 121,603 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front tyres worn on edges

windscreen scratched

Fail 15 Apr 2024 121,586 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front tyres worn on edges

windscreen scratched

Pass 13 Apr 2023 116,130 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2023 116,130 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 108,312 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 100,576 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Close to limit (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Reverse light inoperative

Pass 20 Mar 2020 91,794 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 88,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to center sleeve clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear tyre slightly misshaped

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

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Fail 20 Jul 2019 88,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to center sleeve clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear tyre slightly misshaped

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

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2018 78,798 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm [215/40/17] (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2017 68,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm [215/40/17] (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 57,820 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 46,772 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 46,772 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 36,373 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 31,279 miles

rear shock absorber dust covers detached but not affecting function

Pass 7 Jul 2012 25,970 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 22,665 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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NY08 HVO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,390cc petrol 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 NY08 HVO, 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.

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What year was NY08 HVO registered?

NY08 HVO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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