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KR56 DYC

2006 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,819 mi
Last recorded88,819 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Seat Altea78,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR56 DYC
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2017 88,819 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 89,073 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lower bumper spoiler (6.1.C.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 71,614 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 71,614 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 65,266 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 65,266 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 54,427 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 54,427 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 48,946 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 42,982 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 37,676 miles

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)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 32,389 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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KR56 DYC is a 2006 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 78,898 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 KR56 DYC, 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 20 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 KR56 DYC?

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What year was KR56 DYC registered?

KR56 DYC is a 2006 Seat Altea, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is KR56 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR56 DYC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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