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X99 DKB

2008 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

96,839 mi
Last recorded96,839 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX99 DKB
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2023 96,839 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 92,033 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 91,995 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake cable knotted (1.1.15 (a))

handbrake high

Pass 8 Feb 2021 87,621 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2021 87,621 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2020 83,443 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 May 2020 83,439 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2019 76,630 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 76,630 miles

Exhaust system insecure Centre pipe section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 74,977 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 63,916 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush & offside front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear inner sidewall of tyre starting to split

Fail 21 Nov 2017 63,916 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush & offside front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear inner sidewall of tyre starting to split

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 51,845 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 47,881 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Aug 2014 43,318 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 41,011 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 34,806 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 27,634 miles

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

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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X99 DKB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 X99 DKB, 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 X99 DKB registered?

X99 DKB is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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The MOT history for X99 DKB shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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