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RJ08 KBE

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,280 mi
Last recorded91,280 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 KBE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 91,280 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 91,280 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 90,498 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2025 90,497 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 89,420 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 87,653 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 85,351 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2022 85,351 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 82,913 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 80,022 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 80,010 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 70,786 miles

Hand brake lever requires slight adjustment

Pass 16 Apr 2018 59,102 miles

Nearside Front shock dust cover damaged

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear shock dust cover insecure

Offside Front shock dust cover damaged

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Apr 2018 59,095 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe broken (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front shock dust cover damaged

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear shock dust cover insecure

Offside Front shock dust cover damaged

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 50,879 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 43,571 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 36,940 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 29,837 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 21,908 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 15,095 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 8,391 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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RJ08 KBE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RJ08 KBE, 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 RJ08 KBE registered?

RJ08 KBE is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is RJ08 KBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ08 KBE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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