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DE62 TZP

2012 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,227 mi
Last recorded136,227 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE62 TZP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 136,227 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 136,227 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 132,960 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2023 125,039 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 121,650 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 121,647 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Nov 2021 116,759 miles

Exhaust surface corrosion (centre to rear)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlight condensation

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint

Fail 19 Nov 2021 116,750 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust flexi deteriorated.

Nearside Front Headlight has condensation.

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 30 Oct 2020 91,060 miles

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

Rear section exhaust outer casing corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2020 91,060 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear section exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2019 74,443 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 62,762 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 56,162 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 46,525 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 43,236 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 30,927 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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DE62 TZP is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 DE62 TZP, 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 DE62 TZP registered?

DE62 TZP is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 11 October 2012.

Is DE62 TZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE62 TZP shows 16 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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