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SP62 NHJ

2012 Seat Exeo

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

188,631 mi
Last recorded188,631 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Exeo90,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP62 NHJ
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 188,631 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 188,631 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 180,556 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 170,025 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 170,025 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 155,798 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 155,798 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 142,334 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 79,804 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 79,804 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 109,465 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 94,822 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 79,565 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 63,476 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 63,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 44,186 miles

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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SP62 NHJ is a 2012 Seat Exeo in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SP62 NHJ, 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 SP62 NHJ registered?

SP62 NHJ is a 2012 Seat Exeo, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is SP62 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP62 NHJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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