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KY58 SZU

2008 Seat Ibiza

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,762 mi
Last recorded136,762 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY58 SZU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 136,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

oil on min

remove stickers from view

shock covers all round

Fail 29 May 2026 136,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

oil on min

remove stickers from view

shock covers all round

Pass 30 May 2025 129,140 miles

Coil spring corroded all front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns and os: 3mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2024 120,801 miles

Coil spring corroded all front and rear: slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 114,458 miles

Coil spring corroded all front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns an dos on 3mm + both Tyres NEARLY SMOOTH outside prescribed measured areas (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear shock absorber dust boots deteriorated / split: both ns and os

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some areas and or items

Fail 20 May 2023 114,197 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Coil spring corroded all front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns an dos on 3mm + both Tyres NEARLY SMOOTH outside prescribed measured areas (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear shock absorber dust boots deteriorated / split: both ns and os

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some areas and or items

Pass 3 Jun 2022 108,854 miles

Front Coil spring corroded ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os 3mm inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust box wrap corroded / deteriorated but secure at time of inspection

shock absorber dust boots / bumpstops deteriorated / split: all front and rear

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some areas and or items

Pass 31 May 2021 99,859 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box wrap corroded / deteriorated but secure at time of inspection

shock absorber dust boots / bumpstops deteriorated / split: ns front and both both ns and os rear

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some areas and or items

Pass 9 Jun 2020 93,490 miles

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

Central exhaust clamp split / deteriorated. System adequately supported at time of inspection

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in places (5.2.3 (e))

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 18 Apr 2019 85,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 10 Apr 2018 75,916 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 66,099 miles

front wipers slightly smearing

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 7 Apr 2016 55,287 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 45,173 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 40,380 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 40,380 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 38,629 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 29,508 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2012 29,508 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 20,478 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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KY58 SZU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KY58 SZU, 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 KY58 SZU registered?

KY58 SZU is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is KY58 SZU safe to buy?

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