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EJ62 LHR

2012 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,514 mi
Last recorded142,514 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ62 LHR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 142,514 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2023 142,180 miles

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

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

Rear adjust parking brake-handle lever high

Pass 18 Mar 2022 131,670 miles

Rear parking brake nearside low effort 63:107kg ,adjustment

Fail 18 Mar 2022 131,670 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Rear parking brake nearside low effort 63:107kg ,adjustment

Pass 26 Nov 2020 121,709 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 115,760 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front inner tracking slight play

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front ineer tracking arm slight play

Pass 16 Nov 2018 112,975 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 100,191 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 87,671 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 70,106 miles

Offside windsreen washer jet inop

Fail 26 Nov 2015 70,104 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside windsreen washer jet inop

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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EJ62 LHR is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EJ62 LHR, 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 EJ62 LHR registered?

EJ62 LHR is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is EJ62 LHR safe to buy?

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