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FG12 KPA

2012 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,092 mi
Last recorded118,092 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea66,675 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 KPA
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 118,092 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 104,669 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 96,144 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 82,247 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 82,247 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2022 78,780 miles

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

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

plastic sill covers fitted n/s and o/s

Pass 12 May 2021 73,629 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 71,744 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2020 71,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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))

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 64,389 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 57,171 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 ()

Pass 29 Mar 2017 50,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 42,061 miles

Rear slight leak from both shockers

Pass 27 Mar 2015 32,849 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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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FG12 KPA is a 2012 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 66,675 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 FG12 KPA, 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 14 years old, this Seat Altea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG12 KPA registered?

FG12 KPA is a 2012 Seat Altea, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is FG12 KPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 KPA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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