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KV08 MKJ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

98,731 mi
Last recorded98,731 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 98,731 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 90,323 miles

Nearside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.

Offside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.

Fail 20 Jan 2025 90,322 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel cylinder pipe corroded.

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

Offside Front Outer wheel arch corroded.

Offside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel cylinder pipe corroded.

Pass 29 Jan 2024 80,476 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively further investigation required (1.2.1 (f))

Reversing lamp not working

Fail 29 Jan 2024 80,476 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively further investigation required (1.2.1 (f))

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

Reversing lamp not working

Pass 23 Jan 2023 71,106 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 61,542 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 61,542 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 52,787 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

engine oil level overfilled

Pass 17 Jan 2020 47,575 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 38,935 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 38,932 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 38,932 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 38,832 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 38,731 miles

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

wipers worn and knocking o/s front

Fail 28 Jan 2015 35,568 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 35,568 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 33,279 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 31,264 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 27,704 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 20,726 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 MKJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 MKJ, 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 MKJ registered?

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

Is KV08 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 MKJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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