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KM08 POV

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

114,825 mi
Last recorded114,825 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 POV
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 114,825 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 113,483 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 111,895 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 110,459 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 108,150 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

handbrake travel close to limits,it will need attention in the near future [adjustment]

Fail 15 Mar 2021 107,893 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Unable to check wipers for clearing (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 102,557 miles

Coolant level low

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Inner lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 6 Mar 2020 102,557 miles

Coolant level low

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Inner lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 97,940 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Inner lamp not illuminating (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Door mirror casing damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.5mm also wearing on both shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 97,940 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Inner lamp not illuminating (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Door mirror casing damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.5mm also wearing on both shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 91,787 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 91,787 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 87,654 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 84,590 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 84,587 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 73,838 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 73,838 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 58,880 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 43,615 miles

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

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

front brake discs wear can be seen

offside front tyre worn inner-outer edge

offside front wiper blade in poor condition

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 22 Feb 2013 43,615 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake discs wear can be seen

offside front tyre worn inner-outer edge

offside front wiper blade in poor condition

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 29 Feb 2012 38,484 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 21,790 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 21,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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KM08 POV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 KM08 POV, 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 KM08 POV registered?

KM08 POV is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KM08 POV shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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