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KU09 XBN

2009 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

127,445 mi
Last recorded127,445 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 XBN
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 127,445 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2026 127,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 123,163 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 119,518 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 116,869 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 114,473 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer around weld (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive turbo and intercooler pipe areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2021 114,323 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer around weld (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive turbo and intercooler pipe areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 111,228 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 111,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 106,426 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 106,426 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2018 96,192 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 91,081 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 85,413 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 73,257 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 73,257 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 61,190 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2013 46,883 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 46,883 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 46,642 miles

Damage to n/s headlight and bumper

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Mar 2013 46,638 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 35,997 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 XBN is a 2009 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XBN, 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 XBN registered?

KU09 XBN is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is KU09 XBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 XBN shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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