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NX12 VFW

2012 Seat Ibiza

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,715 mi
Last recorded99,715 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX12 VFW
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 99,715 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2025 94,327 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 88,244 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 88,243 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake modification adversely affecting braking performance (1.1.21 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2023 83,582 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 78,513 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 71,103 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear parking brake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 5 Oct 2020 64,508 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 59,683 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 55,489 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 50,994 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 42,270 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 42,270 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 32,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear brake discs extensive hair-line marks

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Dec 2014 23,595 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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NX12 VFW is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Yellow with a 1,198cc 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 NX12 VFW, 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 NX12 VFW registered?

NX12 VFW is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is NX12 VFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX12 VFW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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