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SB08 XLU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

120,656 mi
Last recorded120,656 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 XLU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 120,656 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened Starting to corrode (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened Starting to corrode (3.5.1n)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 120,656 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened Starting to corrode (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened Starting to corrode (3.5.1n)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 116,028 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 115,681 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2015 115,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 91,756 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 91,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 70,988 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 70,988 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 51,842 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2011 29,584 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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SB08 XLU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SB08 XLU, 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 SB08 XLU registered?

SB08 XLU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 June 2008.

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