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KP08 TYU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

89,926 mi
Last recorded89,926 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 89,926 miles

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

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

both rear shock dust covers split

Fail 11 Aug 2020 89,912 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested bulb fitted wrong (4.1.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

both rear shock dust covers split

Pass 12 Aug 2019 82,594 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2019 82,542 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front & centre sections (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 78,947 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 78,933 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper 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 5 Sep 2017 74,243 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 74,243 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 69,420 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 69,232 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive See printout (7.3.D.3)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2015 62,236 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 62,236 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 53,882 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Mar 2013 42,853 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 42,813 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 Mar 2012 34,838 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 26,250 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 26,069 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside 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 TYU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 TYU, 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 TYU registered?

KP08 TYU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is KP08 TYU safe to buy?

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