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UEZ 9381

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

85,251 mi
Last recorded85,251 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEZ 9381
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 85,251 miles

Coolant leak

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

Fail 12 Jun 2026 85,251 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides not insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Coolant leak

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

Front undertray and nearside front wheel arch cowling insecure/broken

Nearside Front Flexible brake hose not correctly secured

Nearside Headlamp aim too low PRS (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 76,317 miles

Exhaust outer skin broken at rear

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2025 76,317 miles

Exhaust outer skin broken at rear

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 76,317 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 73,708 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 63,608 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 54,861 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 50,366 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 49,752 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 48,914 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 41,189 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2018 41,189 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 36,926 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 31,426 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 25,745 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 18,654 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 13,383 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 5,598 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 5,481 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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UEZ 9381 is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 UEZ 9381, 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

How do I check the history of UEZ 9381?

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What year was UEZ 9381 registered?

UEZ 9381 is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is UEZ 9381 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEZ 9381 shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UEZ 9381 have outstanding finance?

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