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VN08 OTJ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,258 mi
Last recorded127,258 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 OTJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 127,258 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 116,329 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Aug 2017 116,327 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 104,390 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 93,602 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Unable to test Centre rear seatbelt operation as obstructed by seat cover

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 93,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine warning / coil light flashing

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Unable to test Centre rear seatbelt operation as obstructed by seat cover

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 73,464 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Unable to test centre rear seatbelt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 58,718 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 57,797 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 27 Jun 2012 45,670 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 44,566 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 31,257 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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VN08 OTJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VN08 OTJ, 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 VN08 OTJ registered?

VN08 OTJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is VN08 OTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 OTJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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