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WU08 UHM

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

100,666 mi
Last recorded100,666 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 UHM
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 100,666 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive advise investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2026 100,584 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive advise investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 86,768 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 73,748 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 71,240 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Jul 2023 71,240 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 68,599 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 65,937 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 63,251 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 60,771 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 58,172 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 58,172 miles

Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 54,743 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 50,664 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 45,846 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 42,677 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 40,010 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 18 Jul 2012 37,064 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 27,037 miles

N/S & O/S Rear Tyre Outer Sidewalls Deteriorating

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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WU08 UHM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WU08 UHM, 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 WU08 UHM?

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What year was WU08 UHM registered?

WU08 UHM is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is WU08 UHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 UHM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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