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KL08 RXK

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

137,676 mi
Last recorded137,676 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 RXK
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2020 137,676 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 137,664 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both sides aftermarket HID bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side-wall 205/40 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge badly 205/40 R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge very badly 205/40 R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 126,070 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 106,052 miles

Brake performance not tested due to loose surspion componets (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached bolt missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower wishbone are touching alloy bracket

Offside Rear wishbone arm touching alloy bracket

Pass 20 Feb 2018 123,335 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2018 123,335 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm and wearing unevenly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 107,906 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 107,906 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 97,633 miles

Child seats fitted

Slight edge wear to both front tyres

Pass 27 Jan 2015 92,821 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 87,481 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Feb 2014 87,472 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 73,501 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 62,441 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 62,441 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 21 Dec 2010 39,407 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 39,407 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 RXK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 RXK, 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 RXK registered?

KL08 RXK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is KL08 RXK safe to buy?

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