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KP09 VXO

2009 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

189,110 mi
Last recorded189,110 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP09 VXO
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 189,110 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 183,972 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 176,645 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin x4 nsf nsr osf osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 168,542 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 osr nsr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 161,727 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 154,246 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2021 154,246 miles

Nearside Rear Emergency exit door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (9.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Emergency exit door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (9.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 149,910 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges, perished. replace soon

offside front lower ball joint boot perished

Pass 23 May 2019 140,887 miles

slight imbalance across front [steered] axle

Fail 23 May 2019 140,887 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working 1x [382] bulb fitted (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

slight imbalance across front [steered] axle

Pass 11 Jun 2018 129,905 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 129,904 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 118,759 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 108,256 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 96,215 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres stepped

Fail 2 Jun 2015 96,215 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres stepped

Fail 4 Jun 2014 81,666 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2014 81,666 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2013 64,697 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

Fail 23 May 2012 47,717 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2012 47,717 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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KP09 VXO is a 2009 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KP09 VXO, 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 KP09 VXO registered?

KP09 VXO is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 20 June 2009.

Is KP09 VXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP09 VXO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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