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DF61 OAJ

2012 Seat Ibiza

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

162,895 mi
Last recorded162,895 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF61 OAJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 162,895 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 155,797 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 150,083 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 143,031 miles

o/s track rod end rubber

Fail 1 Jul 2022 143,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

o/s track rod end rubber

Pass 12 Jan 2021 133,446 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 133,446 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 129,784 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 129,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 112,225 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 91,688 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 72,076 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 51,188 miles

windscreen scuffed [covers fitted underside of vehicle]

Fail 6 Jan 2016 51,188 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

windscreen scuffed [covers fitted underside of vehicle]

Pass 19 Jan 2015 35,156 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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DF61 OAJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DF61 OAJ, 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 DF61 OAJ registered?

DF61 OAJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is DF61 OAJ safe to buy?

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