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KW08 GEJ

2008 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

130,872 mi
Last recorded130,872 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 GEJ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 130,872 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 125,736 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 120,486 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2020 116,783 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 109,747 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 98,998 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 98,998 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 89,656 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 83,151 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 75,192 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2014 62,620 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 49,210 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 37,961 miles

Both front tyres worn on the inside edges and on 3mm tread

Fail 25 May 2012 37,961 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both front tyres worn on the inside edges and on 3mm tread

Pass 28 May 2011 28,357 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

wipers poor

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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KW08 GEJ is a 2008 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KW08 GEJ, 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 KW08 GEJ?

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What year was KW08 GEJ registered?

KW08 GEJ is a 2008 Seat Altea, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is KW08 GEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 GEJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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