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DG13 YKC

2013 Seat Altea XL

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,421 mi
Last recorded64,421 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Seat Altea XL62,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG13 YKC
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 64,421 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 64,421 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 58,758 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 53,892 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 48,843 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 44,098 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 41,415 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 38,998 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 34,753 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 30,392 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 24,722 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 18,705 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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DG13 YKC is a 2013 Seat Altea XL in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 62,388 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 DG13 YKC, 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 13 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 DG13 YKC registered?

DG13 YKC is a 2013 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is DG13 YKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG13 YKC 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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