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BG12 UZR

2012 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

136,253 mi
Last recorded136,253 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 UZR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 May 2026 136,253 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure mudguard insecure fowling wheel could affect steering (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

oil leaks & level low

strong smell of fuel /fumes entering cabin

Pass 30 Apr 2025 119,767 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2025 119,767 miles

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

Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 106,116 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2024 106,116 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 94,022 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 92,881 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 88,516 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust backbox outer shell corroded.

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 82,211 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 65,665 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 49,201 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 44,309 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2017 44,309 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault reset at time of test (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 35,853 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 27,172 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2015 27,172 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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BG12 UZR is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BG12 UZR, 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.

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What year was BG12 UZR registered?

BG12 UZR is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 16 July 2012.

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