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KW57 DXZ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,112 mi
Last recorded103,112 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 103,112 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2024 91,823 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2024 91,823 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 May 2023 87,858 miles

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

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

Offside Rear light lens damaged no white light showing

Fail 9 May 2023 87,803 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear light lens damaged no white light showing

Pass 4 May 2022 77,254 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing within the treads 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing within the treads 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2021 72,289 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to perish 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to perish 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2021 72,289 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to perish 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to perish 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2020 70,879 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 68,344 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 May 2019 68,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.0 mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2018 64,108 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 60,540 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 52,702 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 47,442 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 47,442 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 40,154 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 33,007 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 25,263 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 18,977 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 DXZ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DXZ, 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 KW57 DXZ registered?

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

Is KW57 DXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW57 DXZ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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