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KP08 XPM

2008 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

144,394 mi
Last recorded144,394 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 144,394 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 135,144 miles

Nearside Front body damage

Nearside Front head light slightly damage

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 130,291 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 130,289 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2019 109,170 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 105,545 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 99,505 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2016 92,738 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust deteriorated

front brake pads worn/wearing unevenly

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2015 82,776 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 65,380 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 65,380 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 49,168 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 32,983 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 31,450 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 24,197 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front washer jet poor

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 XPM is a 2008 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XPM, 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

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What year was KP08 XPM registered?

KP08 XPM is a 2008 Seat Altea, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is KP08 XPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 XPM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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