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KP08 TXR

2008 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,587 mi
Last recorded93,587 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 TXR
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 93,587 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 93,220 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 92,297 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 86,981 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 80,880 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 75,070 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 68,906 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2014 59,492 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 59,492 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 43,123 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 26,404 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 21,822 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2011 13,608 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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KP08 TXR is a 2008 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 80,098 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 KP08 TXR, 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 18 years old, this Seat Altea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KP08 TXR?

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What year was KP08 TXR registered?

KP08 TXR is a 2008 Seat Altea, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is KP08 TXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 TXR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP08 TXR have outstanding finance?

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