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DF12 DBZ

2012 Seat Ibiza

Red Diesel 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,147 mi
Last recorded96,147 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 DBZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 96,147 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 91,246 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 86,166 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 76,213 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 76,212 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front undertray slightly loose

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2017 65,324 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 53,858 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 47,392 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 47,392 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)

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

Pass 5 May 2015 35,060 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 35,060 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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DF12 DBZ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,781cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DF12 DBZ, 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 DF12 DBZ registered?

DF12 DBZ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is DF12 DBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 DBZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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