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KN12 DXB

2012 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,615 mi
Last recorded79,615 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea66,675 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 DXB
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 79,615 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 63,326 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 58,031 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 48,375 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 40,470 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2017 40,467 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 20 May 2016 27,435 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 21,206 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KN12 DXB is a 2012 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 66,675 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 KN12 DXB, 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 14 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 KN12 DXB?

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What year was KN12 DXB registered?

KN12 DXB is a 2012 Seat Altea, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is KN12 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN12 DXB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KN12 DXB have outstanding finance?

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