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RE08 ONP

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

147,401 mi
Last recorded147,401 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 ONP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 147,401 miles

Coolant leak engine area ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface taped (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Sep 2025 147,401 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 205/45/ZR16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak engine area ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface taped (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 143,465 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close to wear indicators centre (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer bead (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 10 Sep 2024 143,446 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close to wear indicators centre (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer bead (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 139,627 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Front exhaust flexis slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front seat release lever broken

Fail 27 Sep 2023 139,627 miles

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

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

Front brake discs corroded

Front exhaust flexis slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front seat release lever broken

Pass 30 Sep 2022 136,901 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 136,891 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 133,391 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 130,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 125,825 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 125,825 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 114,159 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 97,809 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 83,984 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 25 Sep 2015 72,295 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 61,817 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 59,098 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 59,098 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 45,711 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 45,711 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 33,949 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 22,377 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 ONP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 RE08 ONP, 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 RE08 ONP registered?

RE08 ONP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is RE08 ONP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 ONP shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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