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KN12 FYL

2012 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

100,292 mi
Last recorded100,292 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 FYL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 100,292 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 92,490 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 86,569 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 86,550 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Lower under tray fitted

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 80,361 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2022 80,329 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 76,055 miles

Lower under tray fitted

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 75,996 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Lower under tray fitted

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 72,366 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 69,968 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 6 Jan 2020 69,968 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 7 Jan 2019 65,872 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 7 Jan 2019 65,872 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2017 61,253 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 61,252 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 54,589 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2016 54,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2015 47,120 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 47,120 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 FYL is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 KN12 FYL, 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 FYL registered?

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

Is KN12 FYL safe to buy?

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