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KS54 TXF

2004 Seat Altea

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,846 mi
Last recorded83,846 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Seat Altea80,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 83,846 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 83,846 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 77,235 miles

rear seats folded down so unable to do a full seatbelt inspection

Pass 16 Dec 2016 70,119 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 70,081 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Unable to open tailgate

Pass 16 Dec 2015 62,884 miles

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 15 Dec 2014 57,234 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 50,693 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 46,337 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 41,124 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 35,876 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 29,463 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 22,737 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 15,058 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 TXF is a 2004 Seat Altea in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TXF, 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

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What year was KS54 TXF registered?

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

Is KS54 TXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 TXF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS54 TXF have outstanding finance?

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