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SM62 EUJ

2012 Seat Ibiza

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

69,822 mi
Last recorded69,822 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 EUJ
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 69,822 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lever travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust box corroded

Fail 11 Aug 2026 69,822 miles

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lever travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust box corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2025 62,884 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 56,879 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2024 56,879 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 51,092 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 51,092 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 48,961 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 46,343 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 46,343 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 41,146 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 38,671 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 33,268 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 29,192 miles

Front Both nearside and offside inner and outer side walls cracking

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 26,377 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 23,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Nov 2015 23,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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SM62 EUJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SM62 EUJ, 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 SM62 EUJ registered?

SM62 EUJ is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is SM62 EUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 EUJ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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