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KR56 RYM

2006 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

143,443 mi
Last recorded143,443 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Seat Altea78,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 143,443 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 140,041 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 135,068 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 120,888 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 112,404 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2011 100,221 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)

Fail 31 Dec 2011 100,221 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 88,939 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

airbag warning light illuminated

engine coolant level low

Fail 31 Dec 2010 88,939 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

airbag warning light illuminated

engine coolant level low

Fail 30 Dec 2009 73,892 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

unable to check nearside and offside rear seatbelts as baby chairs fitted!

Pass 30 Dec 2009 73,892 miles

unable to check nearside and offside rear seatbelts as baby chairs fitted!

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 RYM is a 2006 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RYM, 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 RYM?

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What year was KR56 RYM registered?

KR56 RYM is a 2006 Seat Altea, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is KR56 RYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR56 RYM 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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