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KV62 XLD

2012 Seat Ibiza

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

96,586 mi
Last recorded96,586 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV62 XLD
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 96,586 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 90,468 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 90,465 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 19 Oct 2024 90,458 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Offside Front Outer cv boot clip slightly clip loose

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 10 Nov 2023 80,103 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

exhaust emission limits only just met

exhaust rear box corroded and slight blow from centre joint

exhaust rear heatshield loose

Fail 2 Nov 2023 79,911 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

exhaust emission limits only just met

exhaust rear box corroded and slight blow from centre joint

exhaust rear heatshield loose

Pass 8 Nov 2022 71,685 miles

Offside reverse light out

Fail 8 Nov 2022 71,683 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

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

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside reverse light out

Pass 13 Nov 2021 65,126 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2021 65,126 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 61,046 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 57,068 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 52,976 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 46,174 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 46,174 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Offside Rear tyre cracked to tread

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked to tread

Pass 30 Jul 2016 35,265 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 26,203 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 26,203 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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KV62 XLD is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 KV62 XLD, 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 KV62 XLD registered?

KV62 XLD is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 September 2012.

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