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KT05 BOV

2005 Seat Altea

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

96,589 mi
Last recorded96,589 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Seat Altea80,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 BOV
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 96,589 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 90,121 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 86,365 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 84,336 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 84,279 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 84,075 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 82,880 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 82,210 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 80,164 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 80,164 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 77,811 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 77,811 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 76,003 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 74,682 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 72,118 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)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 72,118 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)

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2012 69,867 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 69,867 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 65,846 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 65,846 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 61,899 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 56,569 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 35,926 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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KT05 BOV is a 2005 Seat Altea in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 80,840 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 KT05 BOV, 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 21 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 KT05 BOV?

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What year was KT05 BOV registered?

KT05 BOV is a 2005 Seat Altea, first registered on 9 August 2005.

Is KT05 BOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT05 BOV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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