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KU08 UZG

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

123,975 mi
Last recorded123,975 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 UZG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 123,975 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2024 119,471 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 117,578 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated HIGH TRAVEL (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 20 May 2022 116,430 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 116,428 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2021 113,729 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 110,295 miles

Brake servo vacuum bleeds away after engine switched off - Pipe repaired with hoes and clips, suspect may have a small leak

Fail 14 May 2020 110,284 miles

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 has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexible (6.1.2 (a))

Brake servo vacuum bleeds away after engine switched off - Pipe repaired with hoes and clips, suspect may have a small leak

Parking brake lever travel a little higher than expected

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside a little low & slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2020 110,266 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective Vacuum pipe split (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexible (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on edges - Advise replacing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside a little low & slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 105,105 miles

Rear both shock unit outer worn

Fail 19 Jun 2019 105,104 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear both shock unit outer worn

Pass 13 Jun 2018 87,351 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2018 87,351 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Steering rack likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 77,821 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 62,379 miles

Offside Rear bumper damaged

Fail 14 Jun 2016 62,379 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear bumper damaged

Pass 22 Jun 2015 46,266 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 46,266 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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)

Fail 27 May 2014 32,425 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2014 32,425 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 26,853 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 5 Apr 2012 18,266 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 10,994 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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KU08 UZG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 KU08 UZG, 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 KU08 UZG registered?

KU08 UZG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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