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FD61 NUJ

2012 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,136 mi
Last recorded121,136 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 NUJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 121,136 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 115,524 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 110,244 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays fitted

Fail 18 Jan 2024 110,244 miles

Central Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn upper mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre stepping on inner edge

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2023 103,533 miles

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

various small stone chips across window screen

Pass 19 Jan 2022 96,221 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/45/16 advise rp (5.2.3 (e))

tracking

Pass 18 Jan 2021 89,009 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 82,000 miles

advise free play to offside steering arm inner joint

advise near side front tyre side wall damage

Pass 17 Jan 2019 71,162 miles

advise nearside front shocker damp advise replacement

Pass 20 Jan 2018 60,000 miles

All brake pipes greased

Both front shock absorbers have a light misting of oil

Coolant on minimum

Front Brake discs worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 47,587 miles

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

Under Trays Fitted

Fail 14 Jan 2017 47,416 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing x1 (4.2.A.1e)

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

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2016 35,359 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 22,106 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 22,106 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FD61 NUJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FD61 NUJ, 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 FD61 NUJ registered?

FD61 NUJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is FD61 NUJ safe to buy?

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