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SM08 JVN

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,772 mi
Last recorded111,772 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 JVN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 111,772 miles

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

Damp around nearside rear brake caliper

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

Fail 8 Nov 2016 111,772 miles

Damp around nearside rear brake caliper

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 105,215 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 99,607 miles

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

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

exhaust back box poor condition

nearside front tyre worn low and scrubbed

offside front tyre slightly scrubbed

slight play in offside steering tie rod

Fail 15 May 2013 90,876 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

offside rear tyre worn low on inner

slight play in offside tie rod

Pass 15 May 2013 90,876 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn low on inner

slight play in offside tie rod

Pass 4 May 2012 81,145 miles

Both rear tyres are slightly out of shape on inner edge.

Pass 4 May 2011 71,448 miles

both rear brake discs slightly pitted

both rear brakes slightly sticking

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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SM08 JVN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM08 JVN, 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 SM08 JVN registered?

SM08 JVN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is SM08 JVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 JVN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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