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KL08 HFU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,142 mi
Last recorded107,142 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 HFU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 107,142 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning hi-level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 102,110 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 102,110 miles

Central Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, 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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 96,403 miles

Nearside Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear EXHAUST BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED

Offside Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2018 96,403 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear EXHAUST BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED

Offside Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 90,763 miles

EXAUST BACK BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED

Pass 8 Aug 2016 85,917 miles

rear heat shield loose

Fail 1 Aug 2016 85,714 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake fuild low

rear heat shield loose

Fail 5 Aug 2015 72,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

heat sheild insecure

Pass 5 Aug 2015 72,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

heat sheild insecure

Pass 2 Aug 2014 61,004 miles

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

rear box outter skin is rusty

Pass 5 Aug 2013 50,583 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 40,053 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 29,780 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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KL08 HFU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 KL08 HFU, 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 KL08 HFU registered?

KL08 HFU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 28 July 2008.

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