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SM08 JVU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,514 mi
Last recorded53,514 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 JVU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 53,514 miles

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

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

Fail 16 May 2017 53,514 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1n)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 42,591 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 33,049 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2014 23,740 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2013 18,791 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake discs are corroded

Pass 22 May 2012 14,300 miles

Front brake discs lipped on inner surface

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Rear brake discs corroded

slight play in both front wishbone rear bushes

Pass 24 May 2011 11,079 miles

Nearside front brake disc corroded

Nearside rear brake disc corroded

Offside rear brake disc corroded

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 JVU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JVU, 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 JVU registered?

SM08 JVU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 7 June 2008.

Is SM08 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 JVU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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