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VE62 XLR

2012 Seat Ibiza

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

101,615 mi
Last recorded101,615 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Ibiza60,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE62 XLR
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 101,615 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 95,917 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 85,813 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 85,809 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 84,768 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel.

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 84,759 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel.

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 78,034 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 78,034 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 69,731 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 61,730 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 55,683 miles

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2019 55,683 miles

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect PRS. BULB REFITTED CORRECTLY (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 48,390 miles

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Fail 19 Oct 2018 48,390 miles

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Bulb refitted correctly (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 37,016 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 30,681 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 27,885 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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VE62 XLR is a 2012 Seat Ibiza in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel 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 VE62 XLR, 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 VE62 XLR registered?

VE62 XLR is a 2012 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 27 December 2012.

Is VE62 XLR safe to buy?

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