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SL08 XOF

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

159,932 mi
Last recorded159,932 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 XOF
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 159,932 miles

Bumper damaged but not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

Nearside Front wing corroded

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

general surface corrosion to underbody /suspension parts

Pass 10 Nov 2023 134,139 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general surface corrosion through out underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 106,579 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 106,579 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 82,996 miles

Front front end bumper/bonnet Damaged but not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 82,996 miles

Front front end bumper/bonnet Damaged but not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 70,054 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 70,054 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. tyre changed (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 64,864 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 63,435 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both pipes from steering rack to electric pump (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 61,264 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 58,751 miles

Exhaust tail pipe outer casing burst

Pass 22 Jun 2016 56,499 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 52,437 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 47,209 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)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 43,606 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 39,145 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 39,138 miles

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 32,804 miles

BOTH O/S and N/S rear brakes binding slightly

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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SL08 XOF is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SL08 XOF, 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 SL08 XOF registered?

SL08 XOF is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is SL08 XOF safe to buy?

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