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DS12 BWA

2012 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

77,903 mi
Last recorded77,903 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 BWA
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2022 77,903 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2022 77,903 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 72,797 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 72,700 miles

under trays and sill trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Fail 7 Apr 2021 72,700 miles

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

under trays and sill trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 29 Jun 2020 70,923 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 63,415 miles

Drivers inside door opening lever sticking

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 63,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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 not working (3.5 (a))

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

Drivers inside door opening lever sticking

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 53,540 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2018 53,522 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 42,407 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 32,741 miles

Offside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing a full inspection of an adult seat belt

Fail 6 Jun 2016 32,741 miles

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

Offside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing a full inspection of an adult seat belt

Pass 18 May 2015 25,166 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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DS12 BWA is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DS12 BWA, 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 DS12 BWA registered?

DS12 BWA is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is DS12 BWA safe to buy?

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