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EF63 YWX

2014 Seat Altea XL

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

206,031 mi
Last recorded206,031 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2023
Typical for 2014 Seat Altea XL59,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF63 YWX
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2023 206,031 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly seeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2023 206,031 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly seeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 183,180 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 165,295 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 140,381 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 127,228 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 99,834 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 68,367 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 38,875 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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EF63 YWX is a 2014 Seat Altea XL in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2014 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 59,686 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 EF63 YWX, 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 12 years old, this Seat Altea XL is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EF63 YWX registered?

EF63 YWX is a 2014 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 30 January 2014.

Is EF63 YWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF63 YWX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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