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KP08 SNN

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

185,842 mi
Last recorded185,842 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 SNN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 185,842 miles

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

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

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 169,158 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 157,286 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 153,201 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 153,201 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 142,283 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 137,794 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 137,794 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 135,101 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 135,101 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 134,743 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 87,153 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 129,378 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 114,690 miles

n/s/r tyre out of shape

Fail 9 Apr 2015 114,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

n/s/r tyre out of shape

Pass 15 Apr 2014 99,121 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Apr 2014 99,121 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 83,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Apr 2012 67,280 miles

both rear tyres worn low and perrished

Fail 2 Apr 2012 67,280 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres worn low and perrished

Pass 11 Apr 2011 49,012 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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KP08 SNN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 SNN, 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 SNN registered?

KP08 SNN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is KP08 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 SNN shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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