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SM08 ZZC

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,698 mi
Last recorded115,698 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 ZZC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 115,698 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 115,698 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 105,646 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 96,729 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 96,729 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 80,919 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 63,990 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 63,990 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 55,717 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 50,817 miles

rear silencer outer casing deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2015 49,672 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 43,548 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 35,784 miles

light scratch marks across screen

Pass 1 Dec 2012 29,055 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 21,617 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 13,509 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 ZZC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ZZC, 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 ZZC registered?

SM08 ZZC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is SM08 ZZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 ZZC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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