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ST08 PBO

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,902 mi
Last recorded84,902 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 PBO
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 84,902 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 76,349 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2020 76,137 miles

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

Front Service brake lagging in operation nearside recording low (1.2.1 (d))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe disconnected (3.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 71,231 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

coolant leak

Pass 7 Jun 2018 64,977 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2018 64,977 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 61,497 miles

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

Nearside Rear hand brake mechanism on calliper has excessive free movement

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 57,421 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 53,177 miles

front silencer exhaust clamp not fitted/corroded, but system adequately supported

Pass 29 May 2014 48,385 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 48,385 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 21 May 2013 42,252 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 42,252 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2012 35,273 miles

Backbox slightly corroded

Both front wipers are starting to smear the screen slightly

Both rear tyres have 2mm of tread left

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front discs are worn and corroded

Fuel filter area damp no leaks

Fuel flap in poor condition

Pass 7 Jun 2011 26,285 miles

slight drag on both rear wheels

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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ST08 PBO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ST08 PBO, 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 ST08 PBO registered?

ST08 PBO is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 June 2008.

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