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DE11 VKJ

2011 Seat Altea XL

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,236 mi
Last recorded98,236 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Seat Altea XL70,611 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE11 VKJ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2025 98,236 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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Pass 29 Jun 2024 95,507 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 90,158 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 85,574 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 82,704 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 77,731 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 74,033 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 66,692 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 59,455 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 51,316 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 43,464 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2015 43,464 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inpection of some underside components

amber warning light on dash indicating minor fault with electronic steering system ATTENTION REQUIRED ASAP

Pass 12 Jul 2014 33,098 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DE11 VKJ is a 2011 Seat Altea XL in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 70,611 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 DE11 VKJ, 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 15 years old, this Seat Altea XL is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE11 VKJ registered?

DE11 VKJ is a 2011 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 17 June 2011.

Is DE11 VKJ safe to buy?

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