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YB08 LNT

2008 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,187 mi
Last recorded51,187 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 LNT
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 51,187 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2024 44,801 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 36,562 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 35,635 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 34,316 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 32,966 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front coil spring not fully seated correctly

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (j))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 31,749 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust corroding

Fail 22 Oct 2018 31,740 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 30,044 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 28,184 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine cover fitted preventing inspection of some components

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 14 Sep 2015 26,137 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 24,355 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 22,576 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jul 2012 18,887 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nsf tyre starting to perish and crack.

nsr tyre starting to perish and crack.

osf tyre starting to perish and crack.

osr tyre starting to perish and crack.

Pass 16 Jul 2012 18,887 miles

nsf tyre starting to perish and crack.

nsr tyre starting to perish and crack.

osf tyre starting to perish and crack.

osr tyre starting to perish and crack.

Pass 15 Jul 2011 14,317 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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YB08 LNT is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YB08 LNT, 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 YB08 LNT registered?

YB08 LNT is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is YB08 LNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 LNT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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