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MF12 FDJ

2012 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,285 mi
Last recorded101,285 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 FDJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 101,285 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) N/s off/s front

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 90,769 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Caliper handbrake lever not returning to stop position

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Pads and discs showing signs of over heating

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 88,045 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 80,521 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 77,836 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 77,836 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 71,996 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 66,118 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 60,680 miles

exhaust centre sleeve clamp broken but not leaking gases

Pass 5 Dec 2018 53,586 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 48,006 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 40,160 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 34,906 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 34,906 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 18,795 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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MF12 FDJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MF12 FDJ, 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 MF12 FDJ registered?

MF12 FDJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is MF12 FDJ safe to buy?

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