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NU59 BTX

2009 Seat Altea

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,277 mi
Last recorded125,277 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 Seat Altea77,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU59 BTX
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 125,277 miles

Central Front Bonnet catch handle broken making it difficult to open bonnet.

Central Front Engine stabiliser on subframe has nearly completely split.

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Multiple oil leaks, oil had to be topped up substantially before test. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust mount just before fuel tank has broken off, central exhaust clamp has corroded but no leaks and furthest rear heat shield loose. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Loud clunking from engine/gearbox, potential issue with flywheel.

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view On bottom right of windscreen there is a chip which is starting to crack. (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Boot burst. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear shockers starting to leak. (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear + OSF tyres cracked, NSR worn to tyre wear indicators. (195/65 R15 91H) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 111,761 miles

Front Bonnet catch faulty but can be operated and secured

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

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield above rear silencer loose

Fail 12 Mar 2020 111,735 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Front Bonnet catch faulty but can be operated and secured

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

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield above rear silencer loose

Pass 7 Mar 2019 103,159 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear. advise replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central exhaust mount braken

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. advise replace (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

bonnet catch faulty but can be operated and secured

Fail 4 Mar 2019 103,159 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear. advise replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central exhaust mount braken

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. advise replace (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

bonnet catch faulty but can be operated and secured

Pass 15 Aug 2017 84,591 miles

Offside Rear wheel tight to turn. advise service brakes

Offside Rear Inner tyre worn

Pass 16 Aug 2016 67,100 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 66,990 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 54,025 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 43,832 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 30,948 miles

both rear tyres perished and cracked and slightly misshapen

Pass 2 Aug 2012 23,450 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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NU59 BTX is a 2009 Seat Altea in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 77,060 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 NU59 BTX, 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 17 years old, this Seat Altea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NU59 BTX registered?

NU59 BTX is a 2009 Seat Altea, first registered on 16 September 2009.

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