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KT08 XTF

2008 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,654 mi
Last recorded155,654 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 XTF
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 155,654 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 141,612 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 131,979 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 131,979 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 126,728 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 114,168 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 104,314 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014

both rear tyres tread blocking

Pass 1 Oct 2013 85,252 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 85,252 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 69,818 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 46,189 miles

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)

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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KT08 XTF is a 2008 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 80,098 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 KT08 XTF, 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 18 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 KT08 XTF?

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What year was KT08 XTF registered?

KT08 XTF is a 2008 Seat Altea, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is KT08 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 XTF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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