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FP63 FAU

2013 Seat Altea

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,180 mi
Last recorded69,180 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2013 Seat Altea61,716 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP63 FAU
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 69,180 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2022 63,286 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2021 56,626 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 55,733 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 53,233 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 50,247 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 47,363 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 45,182 miles

Rear brake pads low

service light on

Fail 21 Nov 2016 45,182 miles

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

Rear brake pads low

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

service light on

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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FP63 FAU is a 2013 Seat Altea in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2013 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 61,716 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 FP63 FAU, 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 13 years old, this Seat Altea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FP63 FAU?

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What year was FP63 FAU registered?

FP63 FAU is a 2013 Seat Altea, first registered on 2 December 2013.

Is FP63 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP63 FAU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP63 FAU have outstanding finance?

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