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LO14 VDM

2014 Seat Altea XL

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,634 mi
Last recorded51,634 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Seat Altea XL59,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO14 VDM
MakeSeat
ModelAltea XL
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 51,634 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2025 51,633 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 45,481 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 45,479 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 41,108 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 38,830 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 35,957 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 32,543 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 28,561 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 24,292 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 19,715 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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LO14 VDM is a 2014 Seat Altea XL in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Seat Altea XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 59,686 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LO14 VDM, 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 12 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 LO14 VDM registered?

LO14 VDM is a 2014 Seat Altea XL, first registered on 26 August 2014.

Is LO14 VDM safe to buy?

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