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KR09 XCH

2009 Seat Altea

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

103,216 mi
Last recorded103,216 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 XCH
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Jan 2020 103,216 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

cv joints worn

Pass 11 Jan 2019 99,016 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 94,750 miles

Exhaust corroded and holes but pass the emission test

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 94,750 miles

Exhaust corroded and holes but pass the emission test

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 87,092 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 76,542 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough both sides strut top bearings (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear door central locking not working

exhaust middle/tail clamp broken

rear brakes low

Fail 25 Jan 2016 76,542 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough both sides strut top bearings (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear door central locking not working

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

exhaust middle/tail clamp broken

rear brakes low

Pass 26 Jan 2015 62,238 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 57,077 miles

Engine management light on.

Pass 20 May 2013 49,058 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 45,707 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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KR09 XCH is a 2009 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KR09 XCH, 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 KR09 XCH registered?

KR09 XCH is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is KR09 XCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR09 XCH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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