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KR08 XPC

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

191,928 mi
Last recorded191,928 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 191,928 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split but still containing grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre on shoulder of tread ()

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

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

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

Fail 24 Aug 2021 191,928 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split but still containing grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre on shoulder of tread ()

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 172,441 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 135,827 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2019 135,826 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 111,646 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 111,646 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at sleeve (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2017 100,448 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 100,448 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 95,120 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 87,114 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 77,812 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 65,142 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 50,490 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 35,551 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 XPC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 XPC, 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 KR08 XPC registered?

KR08 XPC is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is KR08 XPC safe to buy?

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