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BD12 LBJ

2012 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,344 mi
Last recorded76,344 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 LBJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 76,344 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp (5.3.2 (b))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

drivers door inner handle stiff

fuel cap seal cracking

Fail 16 Nov 2020 76,344 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp (5.3.2 (b))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

drivers door inner handle stiff

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 24 May 2019 62,217 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and peished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2018 51,259 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 May 2017 39,774 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 May 2016 32,230 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 32,230 miles

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)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 25,448 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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BD12 LBJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 60,478 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 BD12 LBJ, 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 14 years old, this Seat Ibiza is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD12 LBJ registered?

BD12 LBJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is BD12 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 LBJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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