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KU09 VBZ

2009 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

136,341 mi
Last recorded136,341 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 VBZ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 136,341 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 136,341 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2022 110,436 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 108,844 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 105,605 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 102,740 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 97,304 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 97,304 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 91,325 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 86,331 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 80,893 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 75,521 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Nov 2014 75,521 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2014 65,750 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jan 2014 65,750 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2013 52,587 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

unable to see rear brake pad thickness tested as presented

Pass 24 Jan 2012 38,871 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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KU09 VBZ is a 2009 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 77,060 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 KU09 VBZ, 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 17 years old, this Seat Altea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU09 VBZ registered?

KU09 VBZ is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is KU09 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 VBZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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