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KP08 ZFV

2008 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

150,792 mi
Last recorded150,792 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 ZFV
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 150,792 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 141,083 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 141,083 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 135,040 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 135,040 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 127,168 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 127,168 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 119,074 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 4 Dec 2017 119,074 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Dec 2016 103,808 miles

Oil leak ()

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 5 Dec 2016 103,808 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2015 95,509 miles

oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 14 Dec 2015 95,509 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate n/s/r tyre under inflated (4.1.D.4)

oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2014 88,689 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2013 66,570 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 62,927 miles

snow tyres fitted to vehicle

Fail 12 Nov 2012 62,927 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

advanced wear in rear brake pads and brake discs

snow tyres fitted to vehicle

Pass 1 Nov 2011 44,492 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 44,492 miles

Centre Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 33,669 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 33,669 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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 ZFV is a 2008 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 KP08 ZFV, 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 ZFV registered?

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

Is KP08 ZFV safe to buy?

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