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SC08 XVR

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,640 mi
Last recorded66,640 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 XVR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 66,640 miles

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

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

back box rusty

timing case cover damaged

Fail 5 Aug 2020 66,636 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear back box outer skin corroded.

Offside Front timing cover cracked

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

Fail 24 Jul 2020 66,442 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.60 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Boot difficult to gain access.

cambelt cover cracked.

Pass 31 Jul 2019 52,305 miles

offside rear tyre perishing

timing belt cover split

Fail 22 Jul 2019 52,268 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit should be 0.6 actual value 0.83 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Timing cover casing split.

Pass 24 Jul 2018 45,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 45,491 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 41,563 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 39,283 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 35,548 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 33,317 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 33,317 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 28,299 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 24,384 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 19,824 miles

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

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

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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SC08 XVR is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 SC08 XVR, 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 SC08 XVR registered?

SC08 XVR is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is SC08 XVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 XVR shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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