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RV08 ABK

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,595 mi
Last recorded83,595 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 ABK
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 83,595 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 83,581 miles

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

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 May 2017 80,601 miles

Both front tyres slight cracking

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Fail 9 May 2017 80,601 miles

Both front tyres slight cracking

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 May 2016 73,657 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 66,096 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 66,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 59,207 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 59,207 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 50,936 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 43,786 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 40,112 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 40,014 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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RV08 ABK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 RV08 ABK, 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 RV08 ABK registered?

RV08 ABK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RV08 ABK safe to buy?

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