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LP12 EWK

2012 Seat Ibiza

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

74,081 mi
Last recorded74,081 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 EWK
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 74,081 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2025 74,081 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 57,027 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 52,316 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 52,315 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 43,557 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 36,688 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2020 33,708 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 29,979 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 18 Sep 2018 29,977 miles

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Jul 2016 22,875 miles

Centre Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 22,875 miles

Centre Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 18,716 miles

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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LP12 EWK is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Green 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 LP12 EWK, 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 LP12 EWK registered?

LP12 EWK is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is LP12 EWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 EWK 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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