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KR08 EOJ

2008 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,110 mi
Last recorded142,110 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 EOJ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 142,110 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 135,398 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 135,318 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 128,111 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 121,184 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 109,155 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 99,733 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 58,512 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 48,505 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2013 35,464 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 27,577 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 14,685 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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KR08 EOJ is a 2008 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KR08 EOJ, 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 KR08 EOJ?

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What year was KR08 EOJ registered?

KR08 EOJ is a 2008 Seat Altea, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is KR08 EOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 EOJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR08 EOJ have outstanding finance?

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