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PL57 CXK

2008 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

86,507 mi
Last recorded86,507 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 CXK
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2023 86,507 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front wheel arches corroded

rear axle corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2022 81,728 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% out of balance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and offside front (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge unevenly worn (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 inner edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and inner edge unevenly worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear beam axle corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 81,728 miles

Braking system leaking brake servo pipe split (1.1.3 (d))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% out of balance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and offside front (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge unevenly worn (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 inner edge void of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and inner edge unevenly worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear beam axle corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 75,288 miles

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre edge ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush slight deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front tyres slight wear inner edges

rear heatshield insecure 1 side,unlikely to fall

Pass 7 Sep 2020 67,928 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 61,311 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view view not affected (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 53,867 miles

rear silencer poor condition,not blowing at time of test

Fail 3 Sep 2018 53,866 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm badly worn 195 55 15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge,no cords visible (5.2.3 (e))

rear silencer poor condition,not blowing at time of test

Pass 6 Sep 2017 46,624 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Rear silencer deteriorated,not blowing at time of test

Fail 6 Sep 2017 46,624 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light on (5.4.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Rear silencer deteriorated,not blowing at time of test

Pass 25 Aug 2016 40,125 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 34,426 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2015 34,425 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 27,677 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2014 27,677 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 18,875 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 11,411 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 9,816 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 7,862 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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PL57 CXK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 PL57 CXK, 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 PL57 CXK registered?

PL57 CXK is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is PL57 CXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL57 CXK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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