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SV08 ZVB

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

73,355 mi
Last recorded73,355 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 ZVB
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 73,355 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 68,639 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexible hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2023 68,597 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexible hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 63,182 miles

Rear shock absorbers corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front and centre leak (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Feb 2021 55,568 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 52,488 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 47,579 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 43,908 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 43,908 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 41,288 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 41,288 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 41,087 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 37,623 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 34,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 16 Jan 2015 34,917 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 20 Jan 2014 30,319 miles

exhaust flexi section deteriorated slightly

Pass 22 Jan 2013 25,287 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 21,498 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 17,361 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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SV08 ZVB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SV08 ZVB, 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 SV08 ZVB registered?

SV08 ZVB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SV08 ZVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 ZVB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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