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KM08 VWX

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

104,198 mi
Last recorded104,198 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 VWX
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 104,198 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 95,883 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2021 95,878 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 90,458 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 90,455 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 71,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner faces worn close to limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front road wheel damaged on outer rim

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

steel wheel fitted to n/s front

Fail 14 May 2019 71,637 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner faces worn close to limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front road wheel damaged on outer rim

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

steel wheel fitted to n/s front

Pass 21 May 2018 64,333 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 57,994 miles

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both rear. (2.7.2a)

coil spring corroded Both rear. (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 May 2017 57,994 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both rear. (2.7.2a)

coil spring corroded Both rear. (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 May 2016 49,291 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 May 2015 43,780 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 43,780 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2014 38,561 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 33,096 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 27,148 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 16 May 2011 20,539 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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KM08 VWX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KM08 VWX, 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 KM08 VWX registered?

KM08 VWX is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is KM08 VWX safe to buy?

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