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EO55 DXM

2005 Seat Altea

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,962 mi
Last recorded73,962 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Seat Altea80,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 DXM
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 73,962 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 70,871 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2022 70,871 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 68,098 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 65,838 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 62,656 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 58,618 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 55,824 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 53,188 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 50,529 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 47,167 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 43,763 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 39,528 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 33,654 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 29,655 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 26,082 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 22,664 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 22,664 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Both front tyres have low tread at edges

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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EO55 DXM is a 2005 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 EO55 DXM, 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.

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What year was EO55 DXM registered?

EO55 DXM is a 2005 Seat Altea, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is EO55 DXM safe to buy?

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