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RE08 FBJ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

93,942 mi
Last recorded93,942 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 FBJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 93,942 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear exhaust box starting to deteriorate

Fail 16 Mar 2026 93,942 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater missing Fallen inside front wing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear exhaust box starting to deteriorate

Pass 6 Mar 2025 86,570 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 81,239 miles

Offside Rear bumper loose

Rear rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 1 Mar 2024 81,239 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose insecure back seatbelt fitted in seat (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45 r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear rear exhaust deteriorated

Offside Rear bumper loose

Pass 22 Mar 2023 76,376 miles

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall slight damage

Offside Front ryre bald inner edge ,getting low in middle

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Mar 2023 76,326 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall slight damage

Offside Front ryre bald inner edge ,getting low in middle

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Mar 2022 71,761 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 71,540 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 66,681 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 66,681 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 62,858 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded through

Pass 28 Mar 2018 59,925 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 56,444 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 52,456 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2016 52,456 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 46,775 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2014 40,069 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 32,962 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 26,343 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 21,205 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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RE08 FBJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red 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 RE08 FBJ, 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 RE08 FBJ registered?

RE08 FBJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 March 2008.

Is RE08 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 FBJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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