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DF59 BZW

2009 Seat Altea

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,092 mi
Last recorded87,092 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF59 BZW
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 87,092 miles

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

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

Offside Rear 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))

Fail 13 Dec 2025 87,087 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear 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))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 77,113 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 69,420 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 66,354 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 62,695 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 59,823 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 57,828 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 55,042 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 51,591 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 48,133 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 42,796 miles

n/s front tyre slight cracks in tred

o/s rear tyre slight cracks in tred

rear box poor condtion

Fail 2 Dec 2015 42,796 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

n/s front tyre slight cracks in tred

o/s rear tyre slight cracks in tred

rear box poor condtion

Pass 4 Dec 2014 36,646 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 30,247 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 21,946 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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DF59 BZW is a 2009 Seat Altea in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DF59 BZW, 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 DF59 BZW registered?

DF59 BZW is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is DF59 BZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF59 BZW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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