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KP08 OFA

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

69,274 mi
Last recorded69,274 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 OFA
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2020 69,274 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Rear bumper

Pass 20 Sep 2018 63,635 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 63,635 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 57,581 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 51,039 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 50,727 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 50,727 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55x15 (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2015 48,891 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 41,386 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 34,786 miles

Plastic wheel arch liners preventing full examination

Service wear to front brake discs

Fail 10 Apr 2013 34,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Plastic wheel arch liners preventing full examination

Service wear to front brake discs

Fail 8 Mar 2012 22,630 miles

Both rear tyre carcasses deteriorating

N/s/f tyre worn unevenly and close to limits

O/s/f tyre worn unevenly and carcass deteriorating

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 22,630 miles

Both rear tyre carcasses deteriorating

N/s/f tyre worn unevenly and close to limits

O/s/f tyre worn unevenly and carcass deteriorating

Pass 10 Mar 2011 13,109 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Front wiper blades smearing

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.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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KP08 OFA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KP08 OFA, 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 KP08 OFA registered?

KP08 OFA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is KP08 OFA safe to buy?

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