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DE62 UBC

2012 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,197 mi
Last recorded95,197 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE62 UBC
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 95,197 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 95,195 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Interior release handle very stiff to operate

Pass 16 Dec 2022 89,389 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2022 88,653 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting insecure Coil Spring mis-aligned (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Front bumper insecure but not likely to fall off.

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

Fail 19 Oct 2022 87,409 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2021 75,270 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 66,001 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 61,725 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 50,872 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 44,793 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

parking brake effort requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 5 Oct 2016 35,884 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 26,293 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 UBC is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 UBC, 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 UBC registered?

DE62 UBC is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is DE62 UBC safe to buy?

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