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KP12 XSM

2012 Seat Altea

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,798 mi
Last recorded92,798 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Seat Altea66,675 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 XSM
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 92,798 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 88,610 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 83,811 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 78,542 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 4mm left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 72,562 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 65,320 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 60,976 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 53,312 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Feb 2018 44,843 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 36,871 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 28,441 miles

Under tray fitted.

Pass 2 Apr 2015 19,311 miles

both front tyres 3mm, inner edes wearing

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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KP12 XSM is a 2012 Seat Altea in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KP12 XSM, 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 KP12 XSM?

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What year was KP12 XSM registered?

KP12 XSM is a 2012 Seat Altea, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is KP12 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP12 XSM shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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