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SM12 SXF

2012 Seat Ibiza

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,643 mi
Last recorded97,643 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 SXF
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 97,643 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2025 97,643 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated also excessive play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 80,274 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 80,256 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 75,981 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ flexible section (deterioration) (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 67,918 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 67,918 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 63,055 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 50,393 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 50,392 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 42,121 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 33,251 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect offside rear (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear tyres,on tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 25 May 2018 33,251 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam offside front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect offside rear (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear tyres,on tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 23,440 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 11,662 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 10,031 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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SM12 SXF is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 SM12 SXF, 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 SM12 SXF registered?

SM12 SXF is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is SM12 SXF safe to buy?

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