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OV56 VKX

2006 Seat Altea

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,642 mi
Last recorded105,642 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Seat Altea78,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 VKX
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 105,642 miles

Front brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

front wipers smears slightly

service brake and parking brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 7 May 2016 100,867 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

WIPERS SMEAR SLIGHTLY

Fail 7 May 2016 100,867 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

WIPERS SMEAR SLIGHTLY

Pass 12 May 2015 96,022 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 95,956 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 May 2014 88,721 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 88,721 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 82,423 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 73,051 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 73,051 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2011 65,078 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 37,736 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)

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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OV56 VKX is a 2006 Seat Altea in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 78,898 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 OV56 VKX, 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 20 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 OV56 VKX registered?

OV56 VKX is a 2006 Seat Altea, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is OV56 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 VKX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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