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KV61 XAB

2011 Seat Altea XL

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,914 mi
Last recorded136,914 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Seat Altea XL70,611 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV61 XAB
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 136,914 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 136,914 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 127,534 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 127,534 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 118,826 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 109,986 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 109,986 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 101,387 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 88,079 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 78,036 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 66,232 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 66,232 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 58,858 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 47,639 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 8 Oct 2015 36,217 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 25,185 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Altea XL?

Based on 34,433 MOT tests across 2,269 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,555
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 618
coil spring broken 400
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 315
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 261
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 253
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KV61 XAB is a 2011 Seat Altea XL in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 70,611 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 XL fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 618 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV61 XAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Altea XL typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this Seat Altea XL is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV61 XAB registered?

KV61 XAB is a 2011 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 20 October 2011.

Is KV61 XAB safe to buy?

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