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RV12 RZU

2012 Seat Exeo

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

165,546 mi
Last recorded165,546 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Seat Exeo90,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 RZU
MakeSeat
ModelExeo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2025 165,546 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 149,139 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2023 128,444 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 121,333 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 134,624 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 129,263 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 107,399 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 105,428 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 89,430 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm tread left on tyres (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tread left on tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 72,527 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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RV12 RZU is a 2012 Seat Exeo in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RV12 RZU, 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

How do I check the history of RV12 RZU?

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What year was RV12 RZU registered?

RV12 RZU is a 2012 Seat Exeo, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is RV12 RZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 RZU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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