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LV54 VLJ

2004 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,950 mi
Last recorded161,950 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Seat Altea80,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV54 VLJ
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 161,950 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 145,930 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 145,930 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 135,811 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 123,064 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 112,215 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 102,521 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Oct 2013 102,521 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 17 Oct 2012 89,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2012 89,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2011 74,655 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 62,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Sep 2010 62,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 53,169 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 43,779 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 37,055 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LV54 VLJ is a 2004 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 80,520 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 LV54 VLJ, 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 22 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 LV54 VLJ registered?

LV54 VLJ is a 2004 Seat Altea, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is LV54 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV54 VLJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV54 VLJ have outstanding finance?

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