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FV63 LWX

2013 Seat Altea XL

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

84,097 mi
Last recorded84,097 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Seat Altea XL62,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV63 LWX
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 84,097 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 77,212 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 66,599 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 62,211 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 53,634 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 52,468 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Nov 2020 51,352 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamp has snapped (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 51,352 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamp has snapped (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 48,453 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring itens

Pass 22 Nov 2018 40,824 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring items

Pass 16 Nov 2017 33,143 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r and o/s/r ()

Nearside Front tyre has cut in sidewall, not reaching ply or cords

engine covers and under body covers fitted

Fail 16 Nov 2017 33,143 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r and o/s/r ()

Nearside Front tyre has cut in sidewall, not reaching ply or cords

engine covers and under body covers fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2016 25,135 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Altea XL?

Based on 34,433 MOT tests across 2,269 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,555
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 618
coil spring broken 400
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 315
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 261
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 253
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FV63 LWX is a 2013 Seat Altea XL in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 62,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Altea XL fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV63 LWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Altea XL typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 13 years old, this Seat Altea XL is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV63 LWX?

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What year was FV63 LWX registered?

FV63 LWX is a 2013 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 26 November 2013.

Is FV63 LWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV63 LWX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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