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FG59 BKE

2009 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

191,581 mi
Last recorded191,581 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 BKE
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 191,581 miles

nearside doors has slight damage

rear boot damage

Fail 24 Aug 2015 191,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

nearside doors has slight damage

rear boot damage

Pass 28 Aug 2014 178,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 28 Aug 2013 166,539 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 154,675 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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FG59 BKE is a 2009 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 77,060 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 FG59 BKE, 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 17 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 FG59 BKE registered?

FG59 BKE is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is FG59 BKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 BKE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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