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YS08 XVP

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,381 mi
Last recorded103,381 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 XVP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 103,381 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 99,636 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 97,134 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 23 Nov 2023 97,134 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 94,760 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 93,954 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 92,361 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 92,361 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly no travil left on hand brake (1.1.6 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible delaminated so dirt can get in betwin backing (0.1 (b))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached front to rear (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 90,708 miles

emissions to low to pick up

exhaust clamp loose

hand brake travel to excess

Pass 18 May 2018 88,764 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 May 2018 88,764 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 May 2017 85,845 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 81,901 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 79,123 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 75,567 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 May 2014 75,567 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 66,183 miles

osr tyre cracks to tread not to cords

Pass 21 May 2012 54,886 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 39,463 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 39,463 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front 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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YS08 XVP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YS08 XVP, 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 XVP registered?

YS08 XVP is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 28 June 2008.

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