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FM12 ECA

2012 Seat Exeo

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,479 mi
Last recorded72,479 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Exeo90,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 ECA
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 72,479 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2025 72,474 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 70,607 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 69,723 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 68,479 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 67,762 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 65,367 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 52,944 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 52,939 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure lump on sidewall of tyre (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 43,247 miles

UNDERCOVERS FITTED

Pass 17 Jun 2016 43,001 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 33,021 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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FM12 ECA is a 2012 Seat Exeo in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FM12 ECA, 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 FM12 ECA registered?

FM12 ECA is a 2012 Seat Exeo, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is FM12 ECA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM12 ECA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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