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MJ12 XUZ

2012 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,636 mi
Last recorded101,636 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 XUZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 101,636 miles

Central Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 97,077 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Oct 2021 91,690 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 91,690 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 83,449 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 74,047 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 65,140 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 57,458 miles

front brake pads heavily worn

Pass 19 Mar 2016 50,470 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 40,465 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 40,465 miles

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

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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MJ12 XUZ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MJ12 XUZ, 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 MJ12 XUZ registered?

MJ12 XUZ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 May 2012.

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