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DY06 ODF

2006 Seat Altea

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

59,218 mi
Last recorded59,218 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Seat Altea78,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 ODF
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 59,218 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 58,261 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 58,060 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip 40mm zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 57,885 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in 40mm zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 57,397 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 56,526 miles

all tyres perished

Fail 24 Oct 2017 56,519 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 39% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

all tyres perished

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 24 Oct 2016 55,401 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 53,225 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 49,206 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 49,206 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 45,510 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 47,116 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 42,094 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 35,384 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 25,750 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 22,421 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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DY06 ODF is a 2006 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 78,898 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 DY06 ODF, 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 20 years old, this Seat Altea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DY06 ODF?

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What year was DY06 ODF registered?

DY06 ODF is a 2006 Seat Altea, first registered on 28 April 2006.

Is DY06 ODF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 ODF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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