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KN12 FXD

2012 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,968 mi
Last recorded121,968 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 FXD
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 121,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Both inner tie rods (very slight) (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 111,207 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 111,207 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2023 101,479 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front flexi pipe advise repair (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

rear exhaust box rusty no leakes

tailgate not opening from outer release lever but can be opened from inside advise repair

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2022 90,261 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 79,704 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 69,261 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 62,129 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 52,459 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 46,836 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 43,149 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 40,062 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 40,062 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 36,210 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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KN12 FXD is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KN12 FXD, 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 KN12 FXD registered?

KN12 FXD is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is KN12 FXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN12 FXD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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