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KV08 XCA

2008 Seat Ibiza

Blue Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,112 mi
Last recorded156,112 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 XCA
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 156,112 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2026 156,112 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 152,718 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2025 152,716 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 148,538 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2024 148,538 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 143,029 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2023 143,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 139,412 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 136,693 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2021 136,693 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2020 125,909 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 121,436 miles

Offside rear tyre slightly out of shape inner edge

both front tyres worn inner edges

Fail 22 Mar 2019 121,351 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside rear tyre slightly out of shape inner edge

both front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 31 Mar 2018 118,161 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 31 Mar 2017 115,025 miles

front and rear number plates damaged

o/s/r tyre stepping

rear box outer skin deteriorated

Pass 26 Mar 2016 110,079 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly stepped on inner tread

rear box outer skin deteriorated

slight low effort on o/s/r foot and parking brake

Pass 13 Mar 2015 99,008 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 13 Mar 2015 99,008 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Mar 2014 84,966 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2014 84,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 71,543 miles

Both front tyres abnormal wear (Tracking)

Nearside front outer tyre wall cut

Offside front tyre outer wall cut

Pass 2 Apr 2012 58,595 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 46,243 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 XCA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XCA, 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 XCA registered?

KV08 XCA is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is KV08 XCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 XCA shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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