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HY12 UMZ

2012 Seat Exeo

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,775 mi
Last recorded98,775 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Exeo90,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 UMZ
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 98,775 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 94,880 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 91,052 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 87,088 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 87,043 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 82,986 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 73,509 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 69,097 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 61,765 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 45,573 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

very minor corrosion on face of brake discs

How Reliable is the Seat Exeo?

Based on 105,166 MOT tests across 8,155 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
8,738
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
8,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,618
coil spring broken 698
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 615
position lamp(s) not working 590
Registration plate lamp not working 534
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HY12 UMZ is a 2012 Seat Exeo in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Seat Exeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 90,674 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Exeo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY12 UMZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Exeo typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Seat Exeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HY12 UMZ?

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What year was HY12 UMZ registered?

HY12 UMZ is a 2012 Seat Exeo, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is HY12 UMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 UMZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY12 UMZ have outstanding finance?

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