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KY12 CWU

2012 Seat Ibiza

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

91,808 mi
Last recorded91,808 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY12 CWU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 91,808 miles

Exhaust back-box outer skin deteriorated

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/s ()

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 85,372 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Fail 21 Jan 2022 85,372 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 76,760 miles

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 70,325 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 51,368 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 48,637 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak suspected oil leak engine/gear box. ()

Fail 28 Feb 2018 48,592 miles

Passenger's airbag obviously defective air bag FAULTY Light is ON. (5.4.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid No water coming out. (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak suspected oil leak engine/gear box. ()

Pass 1 Mar 2017 44,416 miles

Central Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 41,701 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 41,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 28 Feb 2015 38,620 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

oil leak at rear of engine

Pass 28 Feb 2015 38,620 miles

oil leak at rear of engine

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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KY12 CWU is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KY12 CWU, 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 KY12 CWU registered?

KY12 CWU is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is KY12 CWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY12 CWU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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