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FL12 LXR

2012 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,553 mi
Last recorded146,553 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 LXR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 146,553 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 141,159 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 135,787 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 130,494 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 119,441 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 113,369 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 106,561 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 106,561 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2017 103,197 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 Oct 2017 103,197 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 78,660 miles

engine covers

under trays

Pass 16 Feb 2015 57,820 miles

Both front tyres are getting low and wearing on inner edges.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FL12 LXR is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FL12 LXR, 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

How do I check the history of FL12 LXR?

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What year was FL12 LXR registered?

FL12 LXR is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FL12 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 LXR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL12 LXR have outstanding finance?

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