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RF06 DXA

2006 Seat Altea

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,520 mi
Last recorded55,520 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Seat Altea78,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF06 DXA
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 55,520 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 55,519 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 52,714 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 48,311 miles

front tyres getting low on tread // rear number plate delaminating

Pass 18 Jul 2014 44,637 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 40,723 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

Fail 17 Jul 2013 40,722 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

Pass 18 Jul 2012 36,800 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2012 36,800 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 32,091 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 27,461 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 21,581 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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RF06 DXA is a 2006 Seat Altea in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RF06 DXA, 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 RF06 DXA registered?

RF06 DXA is a 2006 Seat Altea, first registered on 20 July 2006.

Is RF06 DXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF06 DXA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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