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KN12 KNH

2012 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,857 mi
Last recorded142,857 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 KNH
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 142,857 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2026 142,857 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 134,238 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 134,238 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 130,194 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2023 130,182 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Light on dash remains on (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 127,899 miles

both front brake back plates corroded

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 31 May 2022 127,897 miles

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

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front brake back plates corroded

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 8 May 2021 116,302 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 8 May 2021 116,302 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2020 102,626 miles
Fail 14 May 2020 102,626 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 84,508 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 69,622 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 54,556 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 39,368 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 37,538 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 32,483 miles

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

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

chips to windscreen

offside rear seat back excessive play, but secure

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 KNH is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KNH, 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 KN12 KNH registered?

KN12 KNH is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is KN12 KNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN12 KNH shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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