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YS12 VHG

2012 Seat Exeo

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

121,023 mi
Last recorded121,023 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Exeo90,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 VHG
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 121,023 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 121,023 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 119,932 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 118,696 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2022 116,420 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 114,440 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 108,985 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 104,387 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 86,533 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 69,791 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 43,600 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Tow bar electrical socket missing

Pass 21 Aug 2015 19,521 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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YS12 VHG is a 2012 Seat Exeo in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YS12 VHG, 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 YS12 VHG registered?

YS12 VHG is a 2012 Seat Exeo, first registered on 21 August 2012.

Is YS12 VHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS12 VHG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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