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KW57 FGE

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

92,859 mi
Last recorded92,859 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW57 FGE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 92,859 miles

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

n/s/r tyre tread 2mm

Fail 28 Jun 2019 92,705 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

n/s/r tyre tread 2mm

Pass 6 Jul 2018 82,822 miles

engine coolant level low

n/s/r tyre tread 3mm

Fail 27 Jun 2018 82,523 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

engine coolant level low

n/s/r tyre tread 3mm

Pass 3 Jul 2017 71,824 miles

n/s/f tyre on legal limit

n/s/r tyre tread 3mm

o/s/f tyre tread 2mm and worn on inner edge

slight oil leak from engine

Fail 27 Jun 2017 71,687 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

n/s/f tyre on legal limit

n/s/r tyre tread 3mm

o/s/f tyre tread 2mm and worn on inner edge

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 2 Feb 2016 57,338 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 57,338 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

advise osr tyre slightley out of shape

advise wipers

Pass 16 Feb 2015 49,413 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 41,542 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 41,542 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2013 34,928 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 27,789 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 18,662 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 FGE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KW57 FGE, 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 FGE registered?

KW57 FGE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 28 January 2008.

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