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DA61 VNJ

2011 Seat Altea

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,685 mi
Last recorded49,685 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2011 Seat Altea70,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA61 VNJ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 49,685 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 46,640 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 43,242 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 37,679 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 35,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre close to sidewall ()

Pass 10 Dec 2019 33,398 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 30,336 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 30,336 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 27,132 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 12 Dec 2016 23,064 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Dec 2015 19,657 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 16,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Seat Altea?

Based on 461,665 MOT tests across 29,343 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,299
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
29,343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,536
coil spring broken 6,672
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,675
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,395
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,100
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DA61 VNJ is a 2011 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 70,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Altea fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12,536 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA61 VNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Altea typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this Seat Altea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DA61 VNJ registered?

DA61 VNJ is a 2011 Seat Altea, first registered on 14 December 2011.

Is DA61 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA61 VNJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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