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KN09 UGK

2009 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

169,129 mi
Last recorded169,129 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 169,129 miles

Exhaust back box corroded

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 145,817 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 145,806 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 137,400 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

engine cover not fully secure

exhaust hanger corroded

Fail 27 Mar 2020 137,400 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

engine cover not fully secure

exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2019 121,048 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper bearing coarse when rotated but no play

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp lens damaged

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Several small chips in glass (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Evidence that brake has been overheated

Pass 22 Mar 2018 104,299 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 24 Mar 2017 89,279 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 73,418 miles

Engine cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Fail 29 Mar 2016 73,418 miles

Engine cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 27 Mar 2015 56,333 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2015 56,333 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 38,590 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 31,792 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 22,821 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 UGK 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 73.3%.

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 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 UGK, 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

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What year was KN09 UGK registered?

KN09 UGK is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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The MOT history for KN09 UGK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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