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KW57 OXU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,199 mi
Last recorded98,199 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW57 OXU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 98,199 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 98,137 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 85,063 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Jan 2017 85,063 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Jan 2016 68,195 miles

under trays fitted partial check only

Pass 10 Dec 2014 57,840 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 48,283 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 48,276 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 35,844 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 25,575 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 22,310 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/f brake disc corroded

Pass 17 May 2011 22,310 miles

o/s/f brake disc corroded

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 OXU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KW57 OXU, 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 OXU registered?

KW57 OXU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is KW57 OXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW57 OXU shows 12 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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