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GU61 AZJ

2012 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

93,760 mi
Last recorded93,760 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 AZJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 93,760 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 89,007 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearing excessive (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged.

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside mirror glass very slightly cracked.

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 89,005 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearing excessive (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged.

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside mirror glass very slightly cracked.

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 85,000 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 84,996 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 78,169 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 78,165 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering component casing has relative movement to chassis/bodywork Rack end (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 67,702 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 62,452 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 56,936 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 53,175 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 47,825 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 40,590 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 32,149 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 32,149 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jan 2015 23,210 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Jan 2015 23,210 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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GU61 AZJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GU61 AZJ, 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 GU61 AZJ registered?

GU61 AZJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is GU61 AZJ safe to buy?

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