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KN09 LFZ

2009 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,716 mi
Last recorded132,716 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN09 LFZ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 132,716 miles

exhaust back box corroded/skin damaged

rear anti roll bar D bushes perished

Fail 25 Nov 2020 132,715 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

exhaust back box corroded/skin damaged

rear anti roll bar D bushes perished

Pass 4 Dec 2019 125,252 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 122,292 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 122,291 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 106,439 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 101,919 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 90,392 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 78,852 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 78,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 65,936 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 65,936 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 54,825 miles

rear discs worn

Fail 26 Jul 2013 54,825 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear discs worn

Pass 28 Aug 2012 41,012 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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KN09 LFZ is a 2009 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KN09 LFZ, 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 KN09 LFZ?

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What year was KN09 LFZ registered?

KN09 LFZ is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is KN09 LFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN09 LFZ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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