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KP08 TYC

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

173,594 mi
Last recorded173,594 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 TYC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 173,594 miles

Nearside Rear light lense damaged

Fail 1 Feb 2023 173,543 miles

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

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside One position light out

Nearside Rear light lense damaged

Pass 2 Feb 2022 161,229 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 2 Feb 2022 161,221 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Feb 2021 146,729 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2021 146,729 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 136,610 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 122,848 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing irregular wear / stepped tread / worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 107,420 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 95,887 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 95,887 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 80,579 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 80,579 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 60,630 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 51,052 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2013 40,331 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 31,154 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 24,399 miles

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

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

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 TYC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KP08 TYC, 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 TYC registered?

KP08 TYC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is KP08 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 TYC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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