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KV08 CTU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

76,319 mi
Last recorded76,319 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 CTU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 76,319 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 76,318 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 70,733 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 70,832 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 70,471 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 70,471 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 70,069 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 63,569 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

hand brake has Excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

Fail 12 Sep 2018 63,295 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.35 (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides in tread. nearside rear also worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 56,411 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2017 56,319 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 48,569 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 37,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Worn on edges

Offside Front Tyre worn inside edge

Offside Rear Tyre inside wall splitting

Pass 13 Aug 2014 27,029 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 25,560 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 25,560 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 23,609 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 20,975 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 20,975 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 16 Feb 2011 18,957 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 18,957 miles

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)

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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KV08 CTU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 KV08 CTU, 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 KV08 CTU registered?

KV08 CTU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KV08 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 CTU shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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