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KU57 NWT

2007 Seat Altea

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

155,652 mi
Last recorded155,652 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2007 Seat Altea80,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU57 NWT
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 155,652 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 148,375 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 140,392 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 136,229 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 136,225 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 128,013 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 118,042 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 110,411 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 110,411 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 102,333 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 102,333 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 98,128 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 89,611 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 87,511 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 97,511 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 76,598 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 55,606 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 55,579 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 35,611 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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KU57 NWT is a 2007 Seat Altea in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2007 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 80,924 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 KU57 NWT, 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 19 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 KU57 NWT registered?

KU57 NWT is a 2007 Seat Altea, first registered on 13 September 2007.

Is KU57 NWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU57 NWT shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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