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VE61 MTU

2012 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

127,932 mi
Last recorded127,932 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 MTU
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 127,932 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2025 116,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - ( 215/40r17 ) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - ( 215/40r17 ) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - ( 215/40r17 ) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2025 116,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - ( 215/40r17 ) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - ( 215/40r17 ) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - ( 215/40r17 ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2024 103,020 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 91,854 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2023 91,854 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 86,025 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2021 82,745 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 80,676 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 71,017 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 57,753 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 44,710 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 31,004 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 20,085 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 20,085 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 17,981 miles

nearside mirror loose

offside front tyre cuts to outer sidewall

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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VE61 MTU is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VE61 MTU, 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 VE61 MTU registered?

VE61 MTU is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is VE61 MTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE61 MTU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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