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KP58 MHZ

2008 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

119,180 mi
Last recorded119,180 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP58 MHZ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2021 119,180 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))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 119,180 miles

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

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

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 109,924 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 109,924 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 101,287 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 101,237 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 93,757 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 93,757 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 83,035 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 73,473 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 65,007 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 56,492 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 56,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 47,597 miles

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

Reversing lamp lens cracked

Pass 25 Oct 2012 39,400 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 26,145 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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KP58 MHZ is a 2008 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 KP58 MHZ, 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 KP58 MHZ?

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What year was KP58 MHZ registered?

KP58 MHZ is a 2008 Seat Altea, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is KP58 MHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP58 MHZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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