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BF587XT

2008 Seat Altea XL

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,638 mi
Last recorded113,638 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea XL83,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF587XT
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2015 113,638 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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BF587XT is a 2008 Seat Altea XL in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BF587XT, 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 BF587XT?

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What year was BF587XT registered?

BF587XT is a 2008 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 13 July 2008.

Is BF587XT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF587XT shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BF587XT have outstanding finance?

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