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AM57 RPX

2008 Seat Altea XL

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

129,157 mi
Last recorded129,157 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea XL83,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM57 RPX
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 129,157 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 129,157 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 112,522 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 112,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 98,935 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Altea XL?

Based on 34,433 MOT tests across 2,269 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,555
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 618
coil spring broken 400
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 315
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 261
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 253
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AM57 RPX is a 2008 Seat Altea XL in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 83,582 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 Altea XL fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM57 RPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Altea XL typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Seat Altea XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM57 RPX?

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What year was AM57 RPX registered?

AM57 RPX is a 2008 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AM57 RPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM57 RPX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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