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PL08 ZYU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,440 mi
Last recorded101,440 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 ZYU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 101,440 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2026 101,439 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 97,719 miles

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

Nearside Front play in inner rack

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 97,719 miles

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

Nearside Front play in inner rack

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Jul 2024 97,691 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 96,001 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 90,221 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 86,625 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 82,621 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 77,939 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 71,668 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 71,668 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 65,436 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 58,964 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 52,110 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 46,488 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 46,488 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 40,544 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 34,178 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 26,980 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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PL08 ZYU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PL08 ZYU, 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 PL08 ZYU registered?

PL08 ZYU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is PL08 ZYU safe to buy?

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