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KP12 XYG

2012 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1205cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,969 mi
Last recorded89,969 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 XYG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,205cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 89,969 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2026 89,969 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 87,318 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 87,318 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 79,963 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 70,543 miles

Nearside Rear n\s\r wheel slightly harder to turn than o\s\r. Recommend inspection soon.

Fail 23 Sep 2021 70,543 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear n\s\r wheel slightly harder to turn than o\s\r. Recommend inspection soon.

Pass 23 Sep 2020 63,194 miles

All tyres getting low worn on edges

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 63,194 miles

All tyres getting low worn on edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 55,477 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 43,574 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 29,860 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 16,569 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 13,503 miles

Child seat fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2015 8,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 XYG is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,205cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XYG, 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 KP12 XYG registered?

KP12 XYG is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 24 April 2012.

Is KP12 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP12 XYG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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