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KP12 GWL

2012 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,535 mi
Last recorded142,535 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 GWL
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 142,535 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2026 142,535 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 141,756 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joints + Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2025 141,756 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joints + Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 136,329 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 120,117 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 104,700 miles

Nearside RACK END SLIGHT PLAY

Fail 8 Apr 2022 104,695 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits EXOUST BLOWING AND BROCKEN (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside RACK END SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 19 Apr 2021 90,995 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 28 Mar 2020 84,163 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre worn uneven

Offside Rear Tyre worn uneven

Pass 5 Apr 2019 77,477 miles

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

slight hand brae travel

Pass 18 Apr 2018 66,435 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 49,329 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 49,329 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 37,990 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread cracking

Offside Rear tyre has nails in tread

Pass 23 Apr 2015 34,343 miles

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

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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KP12 GWL is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KP12 GWL, 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 KP12 GWL registered?

KP12 GWL is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is KP12 GWL safe to buy?

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