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KJ08 CGX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,752 mi
Last recorded77,752 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 CGX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 77,752 miles

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

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

corrosion on exhaust back box

damage to o/s/r light lens

Fail 18 Mar 2026 77,744 miles

Registration plate missing both (0.1 (a))

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

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

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

corrosion on exhaust back box

damage to o/s/r light lens

Pass 21 Mar 2025 68,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge and nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

corrosion exhaust back box

damage to o/s/r light lens

Pass 22 Mar 2024 65,073 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

corrosion on exhaust back box

damage to o/s/r light lens

Pass 8 Mar 2023 63,265 miles

Offside Rear light lens damaged

Offside mirror condition

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

heavy corrosion on exhaust rear box

Fail 8 Mar 2023 63,265 miles

Offside Rear light lens damaged

Offside mirror condition

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

heavy corrosion on exhaust rear box

Pass 8 Oct 2021 59,288 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 59,279 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective Clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 58,276 miles

Condition of rear silencer

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 54,101 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 48,771 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 45,665 miles

corrosion on exhaust rear box

Pass 15 Jul 2016 42,326 miles

Exhaust rear silencer corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Seat belt(s) not tested - child seat(s) fitted

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Fail 7 Jul 2016 42,206 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Exhaust rear silencer corroded

Item(s) removed from driver's view of the road

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Seat belt(s) not tested - child seat(s) fitted

Under trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

Pass 8 Jul 2015 36,628 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 36,537 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 31,152 miles

offside rear tyre cracking on tread

slight cut to nearside front tyre sidewall

Fail 7 Jul 2014 31,018 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear tyre cracking on tread

slight cut to nearside front tyre sidewall

Pass 4 Jul 2013 27,572 miles

both o/s tyres cracking/splitting but not to cords

Pass 4 Jul 2012 22,626 miles

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

o/s/r tyre cracked/perished

Pass 6 Jul 2011 15,770 miles

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

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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KJ08 CGX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KJ08 CGX, 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 KJ08 CGX registered?

KJ08 CGX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is KJ08 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ08 CGX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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