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GL12 ZPE

2012 Seat Ibiza

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

131,067 mi
Last recorded131,067 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 ZPE
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 131,067 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2025 131,060 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2024 118,459 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2024 118,459 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 106,347 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 106,347 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 94,269 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 78,571 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 67,124 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2020 67,124 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2019 49,023 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 39,130 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 22,143 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 12,898 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 12,898 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 10,560 miles

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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GL12 ZPE is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GL12 ZPE, 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 GL12 ZPE registered?

GL12 ZPE is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is GL12 ZPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 ZPE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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