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SD62 VTP

2012 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,832 mi
Last recorded71,832 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 VTP
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 71,832 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 68,700 miles

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

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

underbody tray fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2022 68,364 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 59,379 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2mm 185/60r15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and wearing on edges, 185/60r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Fail 13 May 2021 59,379 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2mm 185/60r15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and wearing on edges, 185/60r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Pass 22 May 2020 49,009 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 49,008 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 43,221 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 43,189 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 38,091 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 33,097 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 27,672 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 22,746 miles

dpf and engine management panel warning lights on

offside front tyre near wear limit

Fail 9 Sep 2015 22,713 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

dpf and engine management panel warning lights on

offside front tyre near wear limit

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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SD62 VTP is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SD62 VTP, 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 SD62 VTP registered?

SD62 VTP is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 26 October 2012.

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