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PJ04 UFU

2004 Seat Altea

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

146,297 mi
Last recorded146,297 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 2004 Seat Altea80,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ04 UFU
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 146,297 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 139,186 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Undertrays fitted

Fail 24 Sep 2019 139,186 miles

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

Nearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner tread blocks feathering badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner tread blocks feathering slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2018 126,134 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner tread blocks feathering slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer C.V Gator damaged but preventing ingress of dirt

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner tread blocks feathering slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2018 126,134 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner tread blocks feathering slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer C.V Gator damaged but preventing ingress of dirt

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner tread blocks feathering slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2017 109,612 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Scrubbing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Scrubbing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 93,153 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 93,153 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 77,702 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 77,702 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 61,740 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 46,599 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 46,599 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 41,704 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 30,916 miles

front and rear wiperblades

Fail 12 Jun 2012 30,915 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

front and rear wiperblades

Pass 9 Jun 2011 29,949 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 28,812 miles

offside front tyre sidewall damage

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2009 26,944 miles

o/s/r tyre wall perished

Fail 9 Jun 2009 26,944 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/r tyre wall perished

Pass 14 Jun 2008 22,897 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 17,591 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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PJ04 UFU is a 2004 Seat Altea in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 PJ04 UFU, 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 PJ04 UFU registered?

PJ04 UFU is a 2004 Seat Altea, first registered on 18 June 2004.

Is PJ04 UFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ04 UFU shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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