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KS54 TWX

2004 Seat Altea

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

132,803 mi
Last recorded132,803 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Seat Altea80,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 TWX
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 132,803 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 122,219 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides of vehicle ( rear bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front seat belt buckle shroud missing but fully operational

Pass 2 Sep 2021 114,271 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

both front outter c.v boots slightly perished

undertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 2 Sep 2020 107,860 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 89,357 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 89,357 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 5 May 2017 84,195 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 May 2016 78,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55R16 - 2.68mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 May 2016 78,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55R16 - 2.68mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2015 72,571 miles

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 6 Jan 2015 70,785 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 70,785 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 62,085 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Jan 2014 62,085 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2013 51,665 miles

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

nsr wheel arch slight damage

Pass 30 Dec 2011 41,333 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 41,333 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 32,333 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 28,076 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 23,602 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2007 21,480 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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KS54 TWX is a 2004 Seat Altea in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 TWX, 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.

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What year was KS54 TWX registered?

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

Is KS54 TWX safe to buy?

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