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SB08 XME

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,563 mi
Last recorded65,563 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 XME
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 65,563 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Oct 2020 60,650 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 60,649 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 55,911 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Sep 2019 55,911 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 48,595 miles

exhaust system heavy corrosion

Fail 1 Oct 2018 48,595 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split on drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split on drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

exhaust system heavy corrosion

Pass 3 Oct 2017 45,912 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 45,890 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Exhaust system corroded!

Pass 14 Apr 2017 44,698 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 44,055 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 May 2016 44,055 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 40,865 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 38,336 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 38,336 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 35,914 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 27,446 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 18,855 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 XME is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XME, 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 XME registered?

SB08 XME is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is SB08 XME safe to buy?

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