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KL08 RPY

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

140,293 mi
Last recorded140,293 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 RPY
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 140,293 miles

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

slight corrosion on front wings

Pass 30 Jun 2017 131,981 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 May 2016 120,019 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 May 2016 120,019 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2015 99,492 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 99,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2014 77,784 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 77,784 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 May 2014 77,488 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Mar 2013 49,938 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 34,757 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 34,757 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 27,060 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 RPY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RPY, 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.

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What year was KL08 RPY registered?

KL08 RPY is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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