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WF08 LJV

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,626 mi
Last recorded142,626 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 LJV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2021 142,626 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Power steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Offside rack end worn (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 136,341 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 136,005 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking above subframe (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

power steering pipe corroded by the pump

Pass 19 Mar 2019 126,756 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 116,382 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Mar 2017 107,165 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Mar 2016 97,100 miles

Nearside tie rod has slight play in a balljoint

Pass 16 Mar 2015 87,762 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 75,716 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 61,751 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 47,019 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 33,941 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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WF08 LJV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol 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 WF08 LJV, 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 WF08 LJV registered?

WF08 LJV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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The MOT history for WF08 LJV 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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