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KS57 CHN

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,800 mi
Last recorded75,800 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 CHN
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 75,800 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 75,800 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 73,470 miles

REAR TYRES CRACKED AND PERISHED

Pass 28 Oct 2023 71,303 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 68,501 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 68,501 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 65,486 miles

Nearside front tyre tread on limit

Offside front tyre tread on limit and inner sidewall badly split

Fail 24 Nov 2021 65,485 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside front tyre tread on limit

Offside front tyre tread on limit and inner sidewall badly split

Pass 24 Nov 2020 62,993 miles

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 31 May 2019 58,517 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 54,453 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 50,902 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 46,818 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 43,116 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 43,116 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 38,451 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 34,651 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 30,691 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 27,766 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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KS57 CHN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KS57 CHN, 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

How do I check the history of KS57 CHN?

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What year was KS57 CHN registered?

KS57 CHN is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is KS57 CHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 CHN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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