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RO08 SXS

2008 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

57,768 mi
Last recorded57,768 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 SXS
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 57,768 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 57,768 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2018 57,619 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 24 May 2017 50,301 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 46,971 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn and cracked (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape on inner edge

Fail 26 May 2016 46,971 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn and cracked (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape on inner edge

Pass 27 May 2015 41,219 miles

both rear tyres going out of shape

nearside console bush cracked/perished

Pass 17 Apr 2014 33,416 miles

both rear tyres lightly perished

console bushes cracked/perished

Pass 1 May 2013 24,946 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 May 2013 24,946 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 May 2012 19,297 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 May 2011 14,155 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 14,154 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 13,677 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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RO08 SXS is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 RO08 SXS, 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 RO08 SXS registered?

RO08 SXS is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is RO08 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 SXS shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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