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KM57 FAO

2007 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

215,843 mi
Last recorded215,843 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 Seat Altea80,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM57 FAO
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 215,843 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 215,843 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 213,814 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 211,305 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 211,304 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 199,942 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 199,942 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 184,575 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 184,575 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 167,326 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 151,818 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 137,619 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 126,392 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 110,779 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 92,862 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2011 71,061 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 43,700 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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KM57 FAO is a 2007 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 KM57 FAO, 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.

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What year was KM57 FAO registered?

KM57 FAO is a 2007 Seat Altea, first registered on 23 November 2007.

Is KM57 FAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM57 FAO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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