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KS54 RXU

2004 Seat Altea

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,438 mi
Last recorded94,438 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Seat Altea80,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 RXU
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 94,438 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Plastic case broken (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 88,634 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 81,036 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 17 Dec 2015 70,490 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 70,490 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 63,007 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 53,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat both outer fitted

mil light on

Fail 14 May 2013 53,095 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat both outer fitted

mil light on

Pass 23 May 2012 44,521 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 May 2012 44,521 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 27 May 2011 38,164 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 38,164 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 32,625 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 27,573 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 19,925 miles

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

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

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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KS54 RXU is a 2004 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 80,520 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 KS54 RXU, 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 22 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 KS54 RXU?

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What year was KS54 RXU registered?

KS54 RXU is a 2004 Seat Altea, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is KS54 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 RXU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS54 RXU have outstanding finance?

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