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WK08 UCG

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

129,007 mi
Last recorded129,007 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 UCG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 129,007 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2024 128,998 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 114,873 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 114,873 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 102,775 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 102,774 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 89,381 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 89,381 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 84,222 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear dirt sleeves loose,but shockers not leaking

rear silencer deteriorating,not blowing

Pass 29 Jun 2019 79,297 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rears greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer drive shaft joint gator has small hole in it

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 27 Jun 2018 75,351 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 73,501 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 68,646 miles

Front exhaust flexi slight deterioration,not blowing at time of test

Nearside Rear tyre cut,but within requirements

Rear silencer slight deterioration,not blowing at time of test

Fail 1 Jul 2017 68,646 miles

Front exhaust flexi slight deterioration,not blowing at time of test

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

Nearside Rear tyre cut,but within requirements

Rear silencer slight deterioration,not blowing at time of test

Pass 8 Jul 2016 61,966 miles

Offside slight play in rack inner joint

Rear silencer slight deterioration but not blowing at time of test

Fail 8 Jul 2016 61,966 miles

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

Offside slight play in rack inner joint

Rear silencer slight deterioration but not blowing at time of test

Pass 4 Jul 2015 56,400 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 56,400 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 52,065 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 46,253 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 40,812 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 33,576 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 33,576 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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WK08 UCG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 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 WK08 UCG, 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

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What year was WK08 UCG registered?

WK08 UCG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is WK08 UCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 UCG shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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