MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
109,064 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Both front wheel arch corroded
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
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)
SERVICE LAMP ON
Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
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)
SERVICE LAMP ON
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nail in nearside rear tyre
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
nearside front tyre worn inner edge
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?
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SM08 GAO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc 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 SM08 GAO, 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 SM08 GAO registered?
SM08 GAO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 28 May 2008.
Is SM08 GAO safe to buy?
The MOT history for SM08 GAO shows 18 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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