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HK08 TLJ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

56,037 mi
Last recorded56,037 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 TLJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 56,037 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 46,966 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 45,346 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Feb 2023 45,346 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 42,988 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 41,127 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 33,566 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 33,566 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2018 25,134 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 25,134 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective servo pipe split (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 23,874 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rearward (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 23 May 2017 23,874 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rearward (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 23,203 miles

Nearside Front brake discs worn

Nearside Rear brake discs worn

Offside Front brake discs worn

Offside Rear brake discs worn

Pass 16 Jun 2015 22,653 miles

Front & rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 2 Jun 2014 20,187 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 21 May 2013 18,060 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 15,792 miles

Fine cracks of both front tyre side walls

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

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

n/s driveshaft seal weeping

Pass 23 May 2011 12,565 miles

front tyres worn inside edges

Fail 23 May 2011 12,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres worn inside edges

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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HK08 TLJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HK08 TLJ, 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 HK08 TLJ registered?

HK08 TLJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is HK08 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 TLJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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