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WV08 HSL

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

173,758 mi
Last recorded173,758 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 HSL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 173,758 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 162,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 150,979 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 150,978 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 143,465 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Pass 12 Mar 2020 136,249 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Mar 2020 136,249 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 125,250 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 116,895 miles

Front Lower under tray fitted at time of test

Fail 8 Mar 2018 116,894 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Lower under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Mar 2017 105,650 miles

small power steering leak from steering rack

Pass 8 Mar 2016 92,680 miles

n/s steering rack area slightly damp

o/s/f drop link slight play

Pass 5 Mar 2015 78,719 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2014 75,726 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 55,640 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 41,768 miles

both front tyres low

Pass 5 Mar 2011 27,656 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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WV08 HSL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WV08 HSL, 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 WV08 HSL registered?

WV08 HSL is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is WV08 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 HSL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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