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FV06 XOT

2006 Seat Altea

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

88,251 mi
Last recorded88,251 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 Seat Altea78,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 XOT
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 88,251 miles

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

under trays fitted

Fail 22 Dec 2016 88,251 miles

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

registration plate dirty both (6.3.1d)

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2015 82,518 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 74,495 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Dec 2013 66,633 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2013 66,633 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 59,100 miles

Airbag warning light on

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 19 Dec 2012 59,100 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Airbag warning light on

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 21 Dec 2011 52,087 miles

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

tyre wall worn offside rear

Pass 21 Dec 2010 44,419 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 44,419 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2009 33,355 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 32,440 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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FV06 XOT is a 2006 Seat Altea in Blue with a 1,968cc 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 FV06 XOT, 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

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What year was FV06 XOT registered?

FV06 XOT is a 2006 Seat Altea, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is FV06 XOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV06 XOT 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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