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KR12 MZU

2012 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,842 mi
Last recorded94,842 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR12 MZU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 94,842 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2022 94,842 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 84,734 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 84,714 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 70,968 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 70,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2019 51,278 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 46,356 miles

Offside Front windscreen small chip

abnormal wear pattern offside front

factory covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 30 May 2018 46,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front windscreen small chip

Offside Rear tyre abnormal wear pattern

factory covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 11 May 2017 39,780 miles

ENGINE COVER UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 10 May 2016 33,980 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 May 2015 28,132 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KR12 MZU is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KR12 MZU, 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 KR12 MZU registered?

KR12 MZU is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is KR12 MZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR12 MZU shows 12 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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