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RV54 ZZE

2004 Seat Altea

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,174 mi
Last recorded119,174 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 Seat Altea80,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV54 ZZE
MakeSeat
ModelAltea
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2022 119,174 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 107,781 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 101,136 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 95,655 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 87,624 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES CLOSE

Fail 16 Oct 2017 87,562 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 79,678 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 79,678 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 71,117 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 61,958 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 54,164 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2012 48,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Sep 2011 42,566 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 37,372 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front discs are slightly worn

Pass 17 Sep 2010 37,372 miles

front discs are slightly worn

Pass 24 Sep 2009 33,350 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Sep 2008 29,062 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Sep 2007 24,455 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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RV54 ZZE is a 2004 Seat Altea in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 RV54 ZZE, 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 RV54 ZZE registered?

RV54 ZZE is a 2004 Seat Altea, first registered on 25 September 2004.

Is RV54 ZZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV54 ZZE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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