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DE09 YPJ

2009 Seat Altea

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,031 mi
Last recorded75,031 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 YPJ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 75,031 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 75,031 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low way too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 69,388 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 64,015 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2019 57,110 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 May 2018 48,664 miles

under trays and plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 12 May 2017 41,526 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 May 2016 34,596 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 31,130 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 27,305 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 23,195 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 17,735 miles

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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DE09 YPJ is a 2009 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 77,060 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 DE09 YPJ, 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 17 years old, this Seat Altea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE09 YPJ registered?

DE09 YPJ is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 30 May 2009.

Is DE09 YPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 YPJ 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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