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GL57 FDJ

2007 Seat Altea XL

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,041 mi
Last recorded119,041 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 2007 Seat Altea XL83,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 FDJ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 119,041 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 112,181 miles

engine x under covers fitted / rear shocks leaking / o/s/f ball joint boot splitting / front tyres getting low / corrosion on rear springs

Pass 12 Feb 2018 104,547 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine x under covers fitted / oil leaks / corrosion on rear springs /slight weep on n/s/f cv boot

Pass 8 Feb 2017 97,075 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2017 97,074 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 88,936 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 88,936 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 81,053 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 72,556 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 12 Dec 2011 57,884 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 45,390 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 45,379 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn close to limit on inner edge

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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GL57 FDJ is a 2007 Seat Altea XL in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 83,224 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 GL57 FDJ, 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 19 years old, this Seat Altea XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL57 FDJ registered?

GL57 FDJ is a 2007 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 14 December 2007.

Is GL57 FDJ safe to buy?

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