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HV59 FXU

2009 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

193,810 mi
Last recorded193,810 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 FXU
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 193,810 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 190,289 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 151,296 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 151,296 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 113,752 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 89,376 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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HV59 FXU is a 2009 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 77,060 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 HV59 FXU, 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 17 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 HV59 FXU?

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What year was HV59 FXU registered?

HV59 FXU is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 19 October 2009.

Is HV59 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 FXU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HV59 FXU have outstanding finance?

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