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FRZ 5113

2012 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

84,027 mi
Last recorded84,027 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRZ 5113
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2026 84,027 miles

Electronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2025 80,930 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2025 80,930 miles

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

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 76,405 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust leaking from front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 65,286 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2023 65,286 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 59,020 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 10 Feb 2022 59,020 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 53,790 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 53,790 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 47,382 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 47,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 35,913 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 35,913 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 26,400 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 21,491 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement split (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement starting to perish and move (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 21,491 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement split (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement starting to perish and move (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 16,470 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (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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FRZ 5113 is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FRZ 5113, 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 FRZ 5113 registered?

FRZ 5113 is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is FRZ 5113 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRZ 5113 shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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