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OU12 XSV

2012 Seat Exeo

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,715 mi
Last recorded116,715 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 Seat Exeo90,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU12 XSV
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 116,715 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil o/s/f & n/s/f (5.3.2 (b))

engine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 13 Feb 2021 115,936 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 11 Feb 2021 115,935 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (left hand drive headlamp maybe) (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn upper forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Fail 2 Dec 2020 115,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect pattern dips to right ( left hand drive headlamp maybe) (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive pipes at front (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 98,271 miles

Offside Front Headlight aim slightly low

Offside Front Headlight bottom mounting broken

Pass 8 Jun 2018 84,565 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 72,034 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 59,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Seat Exeo?

Based on 105,166 MOT tests across 8,155 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
8,738
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
8,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,618
coil spring broken 698
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 615
position lamp(s) not working 590
Registration plate lamp not working 534
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OU12 XSV is a 2012 Seat Exeo in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Seat Exeo models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 90,674 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 Exeo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU12 XSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Exeo typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Seat Exeo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU12 XSV registered?

OU12 XSV is a 2012 Seat Exeo, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is OU12 XSV safe to buy?

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