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EEZ 4237

2005 Seat Altea

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,762 mi
Last recorded123,762 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Seat Altea80,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEZ 4237
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 123,762 miles

Chassis,suspension components,sub frame,rear axle,brakes & fuel lines corroded

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2021 123,745 miles

Emissions not tested Excessive amount of blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Chassis,suspension components,sub frame,rear axle,brakes & fuel lines corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 123,723 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 117,754 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 117,752 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Feb 2017 107,844 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 100,682 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 93,373 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Feb 2015 93,373 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Aug 2013 83,456 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Spare tyre underinflated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Winter tyres fitted across front axle @ time of test

Fail 5 Aug 2013 83,456 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Spare tyre underinflated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Winter tyres fitted across front axle @ time of test

Pass 15 Aug 2012 75,225 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside windscreen washer jet poor operation

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 15 Aug 2012 75,225 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside windscreen washer jet poor operation

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Aug 2011 67,710 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 57,924 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 46,986 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 46,986 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 35,984 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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EEZ 4237 is a 2005 Seat Altea in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 80,840 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EEZ 4237, 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 21 years old, this Seat Altea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EEZ 4237 registered?

EEZ 4237 is a 2005 Seat Altea, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is EEZ 4237 safe to buy?

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