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KR08 XJC

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,128 mi
Last recorded89,128 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 XJC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 89,128 miles

Offside Front Inner tie rod has slight play

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2026 89,126 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Unable to obtain a beam pattern on the HBT due to deterioration of headlamp lens (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner tie rod has slight play

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 85,418 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 May 2025 85,417 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 82,489 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 77,172 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 May 2023 77,170 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working Wing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2022 72,759 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2021 69,597 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 69,595 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 65,773 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2019 63,631 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 29 May 2019 63,630 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 May 2018 61,437 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 57,977 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 52,210 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing low on inner edge

tail gate can not be open from the outside

Pass 28 May 2015 47,771 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 47,771 miles

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2014 41,594 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 36,006 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,961 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 20,392 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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KR08 XJC 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 72.7%.

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 KR08 XJC, 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 KR08 XJC registered?

KR08 XJC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is KR08 XJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 XJC shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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