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PN13 NKX

2013 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

148,753 mi
Last recorded148,753 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Seat Altea61,716 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN13 NKX
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 148,753 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 135,216 miles

rear suspension rusty

Fail 5 Aug 2025 135,216 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front discs Rusty/worn rear suspension rusty

Pass 31 Jul 2024 120,580 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 120,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 107,192 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 107,191 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 96,032 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 96,021 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 91,610 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 91,604 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 86,222 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 86,222 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 75,435 miles

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

Nearside Rear lens taped repair

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

under trays/engine cover/sill covers fitted

Fail 2 May 2019 74,435 miles

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear lens taped repair

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

under trays/engine cover/sill covers fitted

Pass 1 May 2018 67,643 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 58,565 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 40,989 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)

Rear number plate damaged

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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PN13 NKX is a 2013 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2013 Seat Altea models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 61,716 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 PN13 NKX, 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 13 years old, this Seat Altea is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PN13 NKX?

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What year was PN13 NKX registered?

PN13 NKX is a 2013 Seat Altea, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is PN13 NKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN13 NKX shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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