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DE59 HNJ

2009 Seat Altea XL

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

38,716 mi
Last recorded38,716 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea XL81,319 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE59 HNJ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 38,716 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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))

both front head lamps low beam image

Pass 20 Aug 2024 37,160 miles

offside front brake pads wearing low

Fail 20 Aug 2024 37,160 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

offside front brake pads wearing low

Pass 3 Aug 2023 33,809 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 32,431 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 28,843 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 27,495 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 25,224 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 22,350 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 19,919 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 17,694 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 17,694 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 15,428 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 12,163 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 10,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 10,145 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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DE59 HNJ is a 2009 Seat Altea XL in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 81,319 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 DE59 HNJ, 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 17 years old, this Seat Altea XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE59 HNJ registered?

DE59 HNJ is a 2009 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is DE59 HNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE59 HNJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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