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SEAT IBIZA (2008)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 11,260 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

70%

Total Tests (2024)

11,260

Avg Mileage

105,184 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,827

Is the 2008 SEAT IBIZA reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 12 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SEAT brand average of 85%.

At 16 years old, 70% of SEAT IBIZAs from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 11,260 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 105,184 miles.

How does the 2008 SEAT IBIZA compare?

Rank among all 2008 cars445th out of 589(top 76%)
Rank among all SEAT models276th out of 311(top 89%)
vs national average-12% (82% avg)
vs 2008 cars average-3% (73% avg)
vs SEAT average-15% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2008 SEAT IBIZA has 105,184 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a SEAT IBIZA?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2000 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2008 sits between the two at 70%.

How much does a 2008 SEAT IBIZA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,827
Per month£152/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

SEAT IBIZA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202296%41822,275 mi
202192%17,77124,880 mi
202091%16,24931,941 mi
201991%20,67538,094 mi
201884%24,46346,666 mi
201781%29,66252,963 mi
201679%34,13461,114 mi
201579%33,35267,791 mi
201477%37,08575,703 mi
201376%31,61784,409 mi
201276%26,41489,359 mi
201174%27,44495,507 mi
201073%21,211100,060 mi
200972%18,053101,535 mi
200870%11,260105,184 mi
200769%8,130103,795 mi
200670%5,515104,697 mi
200569%2,839101,688 mi
200470%2,32997,439 mi
200368%1,827100,261 mi
200270%57795,782 mi
200170%28491,763 mi
200068%12483,593 mi
199972%32190,110 mi
199872%19788,430 mi
199772%12777,860 mi
199683%5967,023 mi

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About the 2008 SEAT IBIZA

The 2008 SEAT IBIZA is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 11,260 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 76% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 105,184 miles at 16 years old, SEAT IBIZA owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2008 SEAT IBIZA Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2008 SEAT IBIZA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,827 (£152/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 70% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

SEAT IBIZA Reliability Trend

Newer SEAT IBIZAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2008 SEAT IBIZA

At 16 years old, the SEAT IBIZA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. With 11,260 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2008 SEAT IBIZA

If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: