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WK08 SKJ

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,184 mi
Last recorded40,184 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 SKJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 40,184 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 33,264 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 32,584 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 32,023 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 31,378 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 31,378 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 30,829 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 30,545 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 29,687 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 28,636 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 27,875 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 27,164 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 27,151 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 25,298 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 21,980 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 18,033 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2012 14,171 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Mar 2011 10,827 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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WK08 SKJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WK08 SKJ, 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 WK08 SKJ registered?

WK08 SKJ is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is WK08 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 SKJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WK08 SKJ have outstanding finance?

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