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K29 RKU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,869 mi
Last recorded87,869 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK29 RKU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 87,869 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 87,869 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 78,003 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 65,750 miles

Front flexi pipe worn

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2024 65,477 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Front flexi pipe worn

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 60,887 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 49,676 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 43,975 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 39,690 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 33,498 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 30,924 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to distort

Fail 5 Jan 2018 30,924 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre starting to distort

Pass 29 Dec 2016 27,481 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 26,436 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 24,706 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 21,829 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 18,832 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 11,851 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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K29 RKU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K29 RKU, 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 K29 RKU registered?

K29 RKU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is K29 RKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K29 RKU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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