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KH57 MXU

2007 Seat Altea XL

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,491 mi
Last recorded159,491 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 Seat Altea XL83,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH57 MXU
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 159,491 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 152,889 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 140,607 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 140,607 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 124,494 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 124,493 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing Droplink (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 111,793 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 111,792 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2015 108,585 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 91,251 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 78,384 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 68,940 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 68,940 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 52,878 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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KH57 MXU is a 2007 Seat Altea XL in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KH57 MXU, 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.

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What year was KH57 MXU registered?

KH57 MXU is a 2007 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 15 October 2007.

Is KH57 MXU safe to buy?

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