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SG12 FYZ

2012 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

76,791 mi
Last recorded76,791 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 FYZ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 76,791 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 69,174 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 8 May 2025 69,174 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 May 2024 64,193 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 64,193 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 58,213 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy section, central joint & rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield not fully secure

Fail 14 Jul 2023 58,213 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure hanger detatched (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy section, central joint & rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield not fully secure

Fail 30 Jun 2023 58,210 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 47,139 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy & central joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 30 Jun 2022 47,139 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy & central joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 29 Jun 2021 38,866 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 38,866 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 36,481 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 36,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 33,212 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 33,212 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 29,041 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 29,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 26,021 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 22,562 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 18,425 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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SG12 FYZ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 SG12 FYZ, 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 SG12 FYZ registered?

SG12 FYZ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is SG12 FYZ safe to buy?

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