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LT08 NGF

2008 Seat Altea

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

127,282 mi
Last recorded127,282 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Altea80,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 NGF
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 127,282 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 127,282 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 May 2024 189,111 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 189,111 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 May 2023 178,232 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 178,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2022 99,191 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2021 86,720 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2021 86,720 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2020 81,513 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2019 65,982 miles

Offside n/s number plate light

n/s front inner cv boot

Pass 15 May 2018 54,385 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 43,317 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 41,108 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 41,108 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 37,500 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 23,610 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 15,642 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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LT08 NGF is a 2008 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 LT08 NGF, 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

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What year was LT08 NGF registered?

LT08 NGF is a 2008 Seat Altea, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is LT08 NGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 NGF shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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