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FP54 RRV

2004 Seat Altea

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

140,671 mi
Last recorded140,671 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2013
Typical for 2004 Seat Altea80,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 RRV
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2013 140,671 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 140,669 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 134,310 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

airbag light on

both rear tyres worn uneven

Fail 13 Nov 2012 134,308 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Airbag light on

Both front tyres worn uneven

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 128,095 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 120,366 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 120,365 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 114,170 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 106,363 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 98,440 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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FP54 RRV is a 2004 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 80,520 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 FP54 RRV, 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 22 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 FP54 RRV?

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What year was FP54 RRV registered?

FP54 RRV is a 2004 Seat Altea, first registered on 15 November 2004.

Is FP54 RRV safe to buy?

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