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FD13 NZA

2013 Seat Altea XL

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,262 mi
Last recorded84,262 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Seat Altea XL62,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD13 NZA
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 84,262 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 May 2026 84,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 May 2025 78,441 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2024 73,887 miles

undertrays fitted obstructing some components

Pass 5 May 2023 68,268 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 63,788 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2021 58,392 miles

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

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

rear wiper blade split

Fail 25 May 2021 58,392 miles

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

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

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

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

rear wiper blade split

Pass 28 May 2020 54,675 miles

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

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

rear wiper blade split

Pass 13 May 2019 47,453 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2019 47,453 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 40,426 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 33,171 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2017 33,171 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 May 2016 26,794 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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FD13 NZA is a 2013 Seat Altea XL in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD13 NZA, 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.

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What year was FD13 NZA registered?

FD13 NZA is a 2013 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 22 July 2013.

Is FD13 NZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD13 NZA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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