2012 SEAT Exeo 2.0L Diesel · IIG 2877
2012 SEAT Exeo (2.0L, diesel). First registered 07 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 178,708 miles. MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- SEAT EXEO
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 178,708 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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IIG 2877 Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2025
- 178,708 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.
IIG 2877 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Seat Exeo (IIG 2877) between October 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
IIG 2877 Mileage History
- 15/10/2022166,275 mi
- 29/01/2024172,768 mi+6,493 mi
- 14/03/2025178,708 mi+5,940 mi
Average of roughly 5,154 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for SEAT SEAT Exeo
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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- Blocked Plenum DrainsSerious
Leaves and debris block the drainage holes under the battery, leading to water entering the cabin and damaging electronics.
- Multitronic CVT FailureSerious
The CVT automatic gearbox (Multitronic) can be unreliable if the fluid wasn't changed every 38k miles.
- 1.8 TFSI Excessive Oil ConsumptionModerate
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.
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