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FH12 FRC

2012 Seat Exeo

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

161,487 mi
Last recorded161,487 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Exeo90,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 FRC
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 161,487 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 161,487 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 155,934 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 151,531 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 143,211 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 136,194 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 120,148 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 108,798 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 93,747 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 78,212 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 65,092 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Exeo?

Based on 105,166 MOT tests across 8,155 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
8,738
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
8,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,618
coil spring broken 698
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 615
position lamp(s) not working 590
Registration plate lamp not working 534
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FH12 FRC is a 2012 Seat Exeo in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Seat Exeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 90,674 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Exeo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH12 FRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Exeo typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Seat Exeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH12 FRC registered?

FH12 FRC is a 2012 Seat Exeo, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is FH12 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 FRC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH12 FRC have outstanding finance?

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