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KV08 HXG

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,333 mi
Last recorded63,333 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 HXG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 63,333 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Oct 2024 61,496 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 59,790 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 59,790 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 57,792 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust clamp corroded and split. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 55,023 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 52,992 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 50,548 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 48,125 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 45,175 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 42,121 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 39,096 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 36,200 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 36,200 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 30,868 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 26,123 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 22,747 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 20,890 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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KV08 HXG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KV08 HXG, 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 HXG registered?

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

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The MOT history for KV08 HXG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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