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WF08 ZYL

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,389 mi
Last recorded154,389 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 ZYL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 154,389 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 144,437 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 138,015 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 125,821 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 116,507 miles

BOTH front tyres edged

Fail 6 Feb 2014 116,501 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BOTH front tyres edged

Pass 18 Jan 2013 106,332 miles

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

both front steering rack boots twisted

steering fault indicated on dash

Fail 14 Jan 2013 106,207 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front steering rack boots twisted

steering fault indicated on dash

Pass 6 Feb 2012 97,526 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 97,329 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 88,381 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 88,381 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs rusty due to standing

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 ZYL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZYL, 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 ZYL registered?

WF08 ZYL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is WF08 ZYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 ZYL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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