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SM08 SYT

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,993 mi
Last recorded98,993 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 SYT
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 98,993 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Jul 2018 94,571 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 94,571 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding pads grinding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2017 87,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.65 mm and bald to inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear cracking in tyre.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.44 mm and bald to inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear cracking in tyre.

advise emlight on.

advise exhaust system corroded.

Pass 25 Jul 2016 76,453 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 65,972 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 57,806 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 52,702 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 43,634 miles

exhaust tailbox corroded

Pass 31 May 2011 32,180 miles

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 SYT is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SYT, 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 SYT registered?

SM08 SYT is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is SM08 SYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 SYT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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