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AA08 REG

2009 Seat Ibiza

White Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,401 mi
Last recorded96,401 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 Seat Ibiza66,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 REG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 96,401 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated little reserve (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 16 May 2022 86,239 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 83,975 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 83,957 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit manufacturers plate limit 0.60 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 82,979 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 76,149 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 70,171 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 63,000 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 57,001 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 49,552 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 40,332 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 32,296 miles

Both rear tyres wearing enven and close to limit

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

Fail 28 May 2012 23,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 23,661 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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AA08 REG is a 2009 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 66,138 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 AA08 REG, 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 17 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 REG registered?

AA08 REG is a 2009 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 May 2009.

Is AA08 REG safe to buy?

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