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DG12 UHT

2012 Seat Exeo

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

162,262 mi
Last recorded162,262 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Exeo90,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 UHT
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 162,262 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both N/S and O/S. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 143,987 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 130,999 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2022 130,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 116,312 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS and OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2021 116,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS and OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 107,251 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wheel previously repaired

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays broken and loose but secure

Pass 29 Mar 2019 93,010 miles

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Fail 28 Mar 2019 93,010 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2018 76,794 miles

Lower engine and body trays fitted

Upper engine cover fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Feb 2018 76,794 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Lower engine and body trays fitted

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

Upper engine cover fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 60,898 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Mar 2017 60,898 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2016 45,960 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Mar 2016 45,960 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 32,755 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside front tyre balding on inner edge

Offside front tyre balding on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DG12 UHT is a 2012 Seat Exeo in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DG12 UHT, 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 DG12 UHT registered?

DG12 UHT is a 2012 Seat Exeo, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is DG12 UHT safe to buy?

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