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YS08 DFA

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

93,184 mi
Last recorded93,184 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 DFA
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 93,184 miles

slight play in steering rack both sides

Fail 21 May 2016 93,183 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

slight play in steering rack both sides

Pass 22 May 2015 80,895 miles

Engine management light on.

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

Fail 20 May 2015 80,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine management light on.

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

Offside rear inner sidelamp not working.

Pass 12 May 2014 69,993 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

wiper blades worn but clearing screen

Fail 12 May 2014 69,993 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

wiper blades worn but clearing screen

Pass 13 May 2013 60,435 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 60,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine malfunction indicator lamp illuminated

Pass 12 May 2012 51,144 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 43,102 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 43,102 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 40,820 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2011 40,820 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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YS08 DFA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YS08 DFA, 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 YS08 DFA registered?

YS08 DFA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is YS08 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS08 DFA shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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