2012 SEAT Exeo 2.0L Diesel · AX12 BYT
2012 SEAT Exeo (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24/07/2012. Recorded mileage 129,528 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- SEAT EXEO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,528 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1968cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AX12 BYT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2025
- 129,528 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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AX12 BYT Mileage History
- 03/08/2022105,714 mi
- 27/07/2023111,413 mi+5,699 mi
- 08/07/2024120,123 mi+8,710 mi
- 21/07/2025129,528 mi+9,405 mi
Average of roughly 8,031 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
AX12 BYT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Seat Exeo (AX12 BYT) between August 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: SEAT EXEO
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Blocked Plenum Drains(Serious)
Leaves and debris block the drainage holes under the battery, leading to water entering the cabin and damaging electronics.
- Multitronic CVT Failure(Serious)
The CVT automatic gearbox (Multitronic) can be unreliable if the fluid wasn't changed every 38k miles.
- 1.8 TFSI Excessive Oil Consumption(Moderate)
The 1.8 TFSI engine is known for burning oil between services, a widespread issue across VW Group's EA888 Gen 2 engines. Can lead to catalyst damage if ignored.
- 2.0 TDI Flywheel and EGR Issues(Moderate)
The 2.0 TDI engine is prone to dual-mass flywheel failure and EGR valve carbon clogging, especially on cars used for short trips or city driving.
- Airbag Warning Light Recall(Serious)
SEAT issued a recall for certain Exeo models built between 2009 and 2013 due to a potential airbag deployment fault. The driver's airbag gas generator housing may rupture.
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