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FH12 VRF

2012 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

84,673 mi
Last recorded84,673 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 VRF
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 84,673 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi worn (6.1.2 (a))

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

Hand brake lever has limited reserve travel

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ***just passed *** (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ***just passed*** (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tail light cluster taped

Rear ***Parking brake efficiency weak needs investigation / Limits just passed **

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2025 74,709 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 73,963 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2025 73,961 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 70,234 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 65,209 miles

Nearside under tray damadged

body damadge to n/s

Fail 31 Dec 2022 65,169 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside under tray damadged

body damadge to n/s

Pass 31 Dec 2021 58,401 miles

Offside Front Inner door handle stiff

under trays fitted

Fail 31 Dec 2021 58,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner door handle stiff

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Dec 2020 53,261 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring view

Fail 21 Dec 2020 53,220 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 28 Dec 2019 47,473 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Dec 2018 38,316 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2018 38,316 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 36,773 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 32,897 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 28,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm outer (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 23,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FH12 VRF is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FH12 VRF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH12 VRF registered?

FH12 VRF is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is FH12 VRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 VRF shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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