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KA07 DSV

2007 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

118,707 mi
Last recorded118,707 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2016
Typical for 2007 Seat Altea80,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA07 DSV
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2016 118,707 miles

Coolant level is low

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small end is split and seeping grease (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front windscreen wiper is smearing

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

Offside Front Tyre is worn on the inner edge

Fail 7 Dec 2016 118,707 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Coolant level is low

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small end is split and seeping grease (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front windscreen wiper is smearing

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

Offside Front Tyre is worn on the inner edge

Offside Rear secondary position lamp is not working

Pass 6 Dec 2012 61,457 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 61,454 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2012 54,695 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 27 Feb 2012 54,695 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 46,407 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Jun 2010 37,726 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 37,726 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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KA07 DSV is a 2007 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2007 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 80,924 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 KA07 DSV, 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 19 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 KA07 DSV registered?

KA07 DSV is a 2007 Seat Altea, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is KA07 DSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA07 DSV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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