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OE08 HXB

2008 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,128 mi
Last recorded132,128 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 HXB
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 132,128 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2025 127,718 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 124,664 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 122,250 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 118,695 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroding

Pass 25 Aug 2021 116,671 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 114,499 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 112,102 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 102,106 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 11 Jul 2018 102,106 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 90,206 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 78,142 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 63,131 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 51,715 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 42,046 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 32,043 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 23,827 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 23,827 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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OE08 HXB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OE08 HXB, 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 OE08 HXB registered?

OE08 HXB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is OE08 HXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 HXB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OE08 HXB have outstanding finance?

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