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VEZ 1645

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,688 mi
Last recorded84,688 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEZ 1645
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 84,688 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 75,600 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 65,601 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 58,506 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 58,442 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 58,245 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 57,964 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked in tread

Fail 29 Nov 2017 57,964 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked in tread

Pass 11 Oct 2016 51,675 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Oct 2016 51,675 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 46,345 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres perished and starting to split

Fail 2 Oct 2015 46,345 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside and offside rear tyres perished and starting to split

Pass 19 Sep 2014 39,858 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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VEZ 1645 is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VEZ 1645, 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 VEZ 1645?

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What year was VEZ 1645 registered?

VEZ 1645 is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 17 September 2008.

Is VEZ 1645 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEZ 1645 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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