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YL08 XCU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,354 mi
Last recorded58,354 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 XCU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 58,354 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 57,025 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 57,025 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 56,106 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 54,913 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2023 54,913 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 52,642 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 51,443 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 50,934 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 49,868 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 48,460 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 48,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 46,500 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 43,341 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 43,341 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 40,045 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 36,330 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 33,584 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 27,763 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 21,508 miles

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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YL08 XCU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YL08 XCU, 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 YL08 XCU?

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What year was YL08 XCU registered?

YL08 XCU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 August 2008.

Is YL08 XCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 XCU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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