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KN58 LPE

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

143,950 mi
Last recorded143,950 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN58 LPE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 143,950 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 137,772 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 123,424 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 118,180 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2023 118,180 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 116,530 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 113,041 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 113,026 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake lever (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 110,495 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 98,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn heavily on inside edge - replacement required soon. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn heavily on inside edge - replacement required soon. (5.2.3 (e))

Only just enough retarding effort on parking brake

Fail 10 Sep 2019 98,154 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn heavily on inside edge - replacement required soon. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn heavily on inside edge - replacement required soon. (5.2.3 (e))

Only just enough retarding effort on parking brake

Pass 10 Sep 2018 81,121 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 81,121 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 70,358 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 62,125 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 54,053 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 16 Sep 2014 44,039 miles

Offside wiper blade starting to split.

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 34,687 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside front tyre lower on inner edge.

Pass 23 Aug 2012 23,032 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)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 18,640 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 18,640 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KN58 LPE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 KN58 LPE, 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 KN58 LPE registered?

KN58 LPE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 September 2008.

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The MOT history for KN58 LPE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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