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DE57 FKX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

131,501 mi
Last recorded131,501 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 FKX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 131,501 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 131,501 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 127,926 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2021 127,926 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 123,712 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine undertray fitted preventing full inspection.

Pass 10 Sep 2019 118,350 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Sep 2019 118,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system Calliper banjo bolt leaking (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Aug 2018 105,545 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 92,108 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 78,795 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2016 78,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

eml on

Pass 27 Aug 2015 74,212 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 67,555 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

engine light on

Pass 28 Aug 2013 61,243 miles

eml on

Fail 28 Aug 2013 61,243 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

eml on

Pass 29 Aug 2012 54,115 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 48,186 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 34,911 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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DE57 FKX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DE57 FKX, 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 DE57 FKX registered?

DE57 FKX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is DE57 FKX safe to buy?

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