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DK12 TGE

2012 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

128,181 mi
Last recorded128,181 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 TGE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 128,181 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Oil leak further investigation required

Pass 23 Dec 2023 122,173 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 165,009 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2022 111,600 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 102,810 miles

Exhaust flexy outer cover defective

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs are lipped/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2020 93,180 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 9 Jan 2020 93,180 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 75,232 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 58,198 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2017 43,413 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 31,197 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 21,884 miles

nearside front tyre has cuts to tyre but not down to cords or canvas

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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DK12 TGE is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DK12 TGE, 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 DK12 TGE registered?

DK12 TGE is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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The MOT history for DK12 TGE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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