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FM06 GZC

2006 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,569 mi
Last recorded136,569 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Seat Altea78,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 GZC
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 136,569 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Jun 2017 136,560 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2016 125,662 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 120,862 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 120,862 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 112,054 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 97,893 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 83,079 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 69,036 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 56,420 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 56,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 May 2009 41,628 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

floor engine & sill covers fitted

uneven wear nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 May 2009 41,628 miles

floor engine & sill covers fitted

uneven wear nearside rear tyre

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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FM06 GZC is a 2006 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 78,898 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12,536 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM06 GZC, 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 20 years old, this Seat Altea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM06 GZC?

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What year was FM06 GZC registered?

FM06 GZC is a 2006 Seat Altea, first registered on 14 July 2006.

Is FM06 GZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 GZC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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