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KW57 DWG

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

89,792 mi
Last recorded89,792 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW57 DWG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 89,792 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2026 89,792 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2025 82,283 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear, both sides, general corrosion at rear underbody (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2025 82,283 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear, both sides, general corrosion at rear underbody (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 75,628 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 65,106 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 57,244 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 48,911 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 43,400 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 38,124 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 38,119 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 35,201 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))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 35,201 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 32,269 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 32,269 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 29,847 miles

Fuel filter damp

Pass 27 Jul 2015 26,487 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 25,522 miles

front brake discs corroded

front brakes juddering

possible rear wheel bearing noise

rear tyres cracking and slightly out of shape

Fail 14 Jan 2015 25,522 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake discs corroded

front brakes juddering

possible rear wheel bearing noise

rear tyres cracking and slightly out of shape

Pass 15 Jan 2014 21,696 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 21,696 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 17,659 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 10,825 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 3,456 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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KW57 DWG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 KW57 DWG, 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 KW57 DWG registered?

KW57 DWG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is KW57 DWG safe to buy?

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